Amid the ongoing ‘Timed Out’ controversy, Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan has been ruled out for the remainder of the ODI World Cup 2023. The team will have to manage without the services of the senior all-rounder in their final league game against Australia in Pune on Saturday, November 11.
The injury scare came a day after a controversial timed-out decision in the ongoing tournament. According to Bangladesh team management, Shakib got struck on his left index finger while batting against Sri Lanka in Delhi. Later on, an X-ray report revealed a fracture in his finger. The board has informed the Apex Cricket Council about it.
While they are out of the World Cup semi-final race, Bangladesh is persistently contending for a place in the 2025 Champions Trophy. Although Shakib’s unavailability undoubtedly impacts Bangladesh’s prospects against Australia. The upcoming game is of critical significance for both teams as Australia’s potential qualification in the semifinals could be at stake.
Shakib Al Hasan flies back to Bangladesh for recovery
Meanwhile, the Bangladeshi physiotherapist revealed that Shakib’s recovery process is estimated to span three to four weeks. It prompted Shakib to depart for Bangladesh today to commence his rehabilitation. Bangladesh’s recent victory against Sri Lanka has kept their hopes alive for securing a spot in the Champions Trophy 2025.
However, their next encounter is against the formidable Australian side in Pune on November 11. The game will be decisive in confirming their place in the prestigious tournament. On the other hand, England will want Bangladesh to lose their game against Australia. Notably, the defending World Champions are also looking to fight for a place in the Champions Trophy 2025. Meanwhile, the news of Shakib Al Hasan’s injury has prompted a mixed response among fans. Many fans expressed disappointment and concern over the team’s prospects in the upcoming crucial fixture.
Here is how fans react to Shakib Al Hasan’s injury:
Usne bahu galat kiya angelo Mathews k sath ??
— Mohit (@MohitMe11065970) November 7, 2023
Black magic from Angelo ??
— ? (@Xh_Sahib) November 7, 2023
lol karma hitting hard :p
— anees ur rehman (@an33s) November 7, 2023
It's karma hitting back
— M@ula (@OfclMaula) November 7, 2023
Does it matter now?
— ??? ??? ??? ? (@onlyFun24X) November 7, 2023
Ab to kya hi bacha hai worldcup, pehle hi nikal jaata hai.
— Shubham Sakhuja (@ishubhamsakhuja) November 7, 2023
Damn ab Bangladesh ka kya bney ga? 🙁
— Hamza (@i_Hamza77) November 7, 2023
Aur kar ungali ? pic.twitter.com/4pm28mRl2d
— Ashish Sharma (@ashisharma_21) November 7, 2023
It's most likely the effect of the middle finger shown to him by most of the cricket fans around the world.
— Abhishek Vuppala (@abhishekvuppala) November 7, 2023
