Dhaka, Bangladesh – In a shocking move, Bangladesh cricket legend Sakib ul Hasan has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to an illustrious career spanning over 15 years.
The 37-year-old all-rounder, widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers to emerge from Bangladesh, had been struggling with injuries and form in recent times.
*A Glorious Career*
Sakib ul Hasan debuted for Bangladesh in 2006 and went on to play 136 ODIs, 62 T20Is, and 66 Test matches. He accumulated over 12,000 international runs and claimed 443 wickets across formats.
Some of his notable achievements include:
– Highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in international cricket
– Only Bangladeshi player to be ranked ICC’s number one all-rounder in all three formats
– Led Bangladesh to their first-ever Asia Cup final in 2012
*Mehidy Hasan Miraz Recalled*
In the wake of Sakib’s retirement, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced the squad for the upcoming T20I series against India, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz making a return.
Miraz, a talented all-rounder, has been in impressive form in domestic cricket and will look to fill the void left by Sakib’s departure.
*Bangladesh Squad for India T20I Series*
– Liton Das (Captain)
– Mehidy Hasan Miraz
– Shakib’s replacement (to be announced)
– [Other squad members]
*Reactions*
BCB President, Nazmul Hassan, praised Sakib’s contributions: “Sakib ul Hasan is a legend of Bangladesh cricket. His retirement is a sad day for us, but we respect his decision.”
National team coach, Chandika Hathurusingha, added: “Sakib’s experience and skills will be greatly missed, but we’re confident Mehidy will step up and make a difference.”
*A New Era Begins*
As Bangladesh prepares to face India in the T20I series, the focus shifts to the next generation of players. With Sakib ul Hasan’s retirement, a new chapter begins for Bangladesh cricket.
Will Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Co. rise to the challenge and fill the legend’s shoes?
*Stay tuned for live updates and analysis of the Bangladesh-India T20I series.*
