Following the opposition’s appeal for a boycott, Bangladesh’s captain, Shakib Al Hasan, is poised to win the nation’s general election. The all-rounder, who is running for a seat in Magura for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League, has been vociferous about the absence of a credible opponent; thus, he is unopposed.
Shakib Al Hasan stated that he is uncontested and certain to win, but there is still some nervousness until he completes the task. The cricket player stated during one of his campaigns that he is constantly wanting to win the game, but there is competition and challenges.
“Regardless of the size of the team, there is always competition and difficulty. “We still feel our heartbeat before the game, even when we know we will win against a team,” Shakib was cited by The Times of India.
Shakib Al Hasan has urged Bangladeshis to “work together” for the nation’s advancement in light of the opposition’s numerous obstacles, which include the detention of officials and activists. During his campaigns, he has also been seen taking selfies with thousands of his admirers and playing tennis and cricket. Notably, the cricket player has attracted large crowds to watch him because of his notoriety, and he has denied any retirement rumors even after launching a new career in politics.
Chandika Hathurusingha supports Najmul Shanto as the future captain, taking Shakib’s place.
Since Shakib has been out of the national squad, Najmul Hussain Shanto has performed admirably as the pack leader. Bangladesh, headed by him, were victorious in both their first ODI and T20I encounter in New Zealand as well as the opening Test against the Tim Southee-led team. Following the same, head coach Chandika Hathurusingha praised the batsman and said that he had what it takes to be the team’s next permanent captain. The cricketer is 25 years old.
The Bangladeshi selections, in my opinion, will give that careful thought. Of course, the board will make the final decision, but ESPNcricinfo cited Hathurusingha as saying that Najmul Hussain Shanto had provided enough evidence for them to take him seriously.
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