Shakib Al Hasan Deemed Fit As Bangladesh Announce Squad For 2nd Test Against Pakistan

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has recovered fully and was named in the Bangladesh squad for the second Test against Pakistan. It’s a much-needed boost after they lost the first Test quite comprehensively.

Apart from Shakib, Mohammad Naim was also included to strengthen up the batting department. The youngster is generally seen as a white-ball specialist but will have a crack at making his name in the longest format of the game.

The 2-match series will conclude in Dhaka, a place where Bangladesh has done very well. In the first Test, their top order failed tremendously in both innings. While they were saved by a Liton Das – Mushfiqur Rahim partnership in the first innings, the second crumbled spectacularly.

Shakib’s addition gives some stability to both departments. As for Naim, he barely has first-class experience having played just six matches and averaging a meager 16.63, including one half-century.

Fast bowler Taskin Ahmed also returned to the squad that is quite dependent on spinners to deliver the goods. Taijul Islam picked up seven wickets in Pakistan’s first innings and will once again be the key on the turning track in Dhaka.

Bangladesh squad for the second Test against Pakistan

Mominul Haque (c), Shadman Islam, Saif Hassan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, Liton Das, Yasir Ali, Nurul Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Abu Jayed, Nayeem Hasan, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Rejaur Rahman Raja, Khaled Ahmed, Shohidul Islam, Mohammad Naim.

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