IND Vs BAN: Shakib Al Hasan Reveals The Biggest Challenge Ahead Of India Clash
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is abuzz with excitement, and one of the most awaited clashes is between India and Bangladesh. In a recent video released by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on their social media channels, Bangladesh’s captain, Shakib Al Hasan, provided an intriguing perspective on the forthcoming challenge against India, his team’s journey in the tournament, and the electrifying atmosphere that playing in front of a full house promises.
Shakib Al Hasan’s insights shed light on the mindset and preparations of the Bangladeshi squad as they gear up to face India, a team considered hot favourites in the World Cup. Shakib’s assessment of the formidable challenge posed by India, currently enjoying a three-game winning streak, underscores the importance of delivering their absolute best.?? He commenced by acknowledging the team’s strong start in the competition, reflecting on their early triumphs.
Shakib Al Hasan stated, “We started really well, last two games we know that these are the difficult fixtures we are facing. The two finalists we played, then India, who are the hot favourites in this World Cup and then we have South Africa who are playing really well, I know if we can get a good result out of these four, I think that will be a huge boost for us. India, flying high, you know three out of three, we have to bring our ‘A’ game to be able to get a good result.”
Shakib Al Hasan Praised India’s Top Order
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Furthermore, Shakib Al Hasan highlighted the exceptional performances of India’s top-order batsmen, particularly Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. He described their batting prowess as “out of this world.” Facing such a formidable lineup, he emphasized the necessity of not just giving their best effort but also fostering a positive mindset and the courage to take calculated risks to compete at the highest level.
“At this moment, the top-order of the Indian batting lineup is looking out of this world, so they are playing really well especially Rohit and Virat, the way they are playing, you cannot just come and try to do your best, you have to bring your ‘A’ game, you have to bring the positive energy, you have to have the courage to take the risk and that’s the only way I think we can do something really well,” he added.
Despite the anticipated Indian majority in the crowd, Shakib remained optimistic about the experience, expressing that the atmosphere would serve as a source of inspiration for the Bangladeshi players. He noted, “The first time in four games we will have a full crowd. Obviously, they won’t support us, but you know that’s how it goes. I think our players will enjoy the atmosphere, and it’s a great place to play a match against India.”
As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the epic battle between India and Bangladesh, Shakib Al Hasan’s candid insights add to the anticipation and set the stage for a thrilling clash. In this ongoing World Cup, the quest for victory is paramount, and the approaching contest promises to be a spectacle of world-class cricket
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