Bangladesh’s star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is peaking just in time for the upcoming Test series against India, showcasing his incredible bowling prowess in the current County Championship in England. During his stint with Surrey, Shakib achieved remarkable success against Somerset, claiming a stunning total of 9 wickets. This feat includes a stellar performance in Taunton, where he took 4 wickets in the first innings and followed it up with an impressive 5 wickets in the second inning. As his form intensifies, it raises concerns for the Indian cricket team ahead of the matches.
Shakib Al Hasan’s Dominance on the Field
In his face-off against Somerset, Shakib exhibited his attacking bowling style, consistently putting pressure on the batsmen. In the first innings, he claimed the crucial wickets of Tom Able, Casey Aldridge, Craig Overton, and Brett Randall. Demonstrating consistency, he continued his stellar performance in the second innings, where he dismissed Archie Vaughan, Tom Able once again, James Ryu, Lewis Gregory, and ultimately, Tom Banton.
The Implications for Team India
Shakib Al Hasan’s resurgence is particularly concerning for Team India as both Tests in the series will be held on pitches that favor spin bowling. The first Test is scheduled to take place in Chennai, followed by the second in Kanpur. Historically, Shakib’s performance against India has been underwhelming; he has managed to take only 21 wickets across 8 Tests. Furthermore, his record in India reflects just 2 wickets from a single Test appearance. However, it’s essential to note that Team India has struggled against left-arm spinners in the past, which could play to Shakib’s advantage. Recently, during a tour to Pakistan, he further showcased his skills by taking five wickets, reinforcing his readiness to challenge India.
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Bangladesh Squad for the Test Series Against India
The Bangladesh squad features a mix of experience and youth, with Nazmul Hasan Shanto captaining the side. The complete roster for the Test series includes: Zakir Hasan, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahman, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Litton Das (wicketkeeper), Zaker Ali (wicketkeeper), Nayeem Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan, Mehdi Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Syed Khaled Ahmed, and Nahid Rana.
