Named In Murder Case In Bangladesh, Shakib Al Hasan Concerned About Safety After Announcing Retirement Plans

26.09.2024 - 13:13 sports.ndtv.com

Shakib Al Hasan, arguably the greatest Bangladesh cricketer, on Thursday stunned all by announcng his retirement from T20 Internationals with immediate effect.

He also said said that the second Test against India will be his last if his country's board doesn't give him a farewell match against South Africa at home.

His final international game for Bangladesh will be in the Champions Trophy which is likely to be held in UAE and Pakistan. Shakib, who was named in a murder case after the anti-discrimination protests in Bangladesh, raised concerns over his safety.

The 37-year-old great, who featured in 129 T20Is for Bangladesh will, however, continue to play in franchise leagues. "I have played my last T20 match in T20 World Cup.

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