Zakir Hasan replaces injured Shadman Islam in 2nd Test squad against Pakistan
Dhaka, May 14
Bangladesh cricket team have been dealt an injury blow ahead of the second Test against Pakistan, with opener Shadman Islam ruled out after suffering a chest injury during the opening Test in Mirpur.
National team physio Bayjedul Islam Khan confirmed that Shadman sustained a traumatic chest contusion after being struck while attempting a catch, forcing him to miss the second and final Test of the series, scheduled to begin on May 16 in Sylhet.
"Shadman took a blow in the chest while taking a catch during the first Test in Mirpur. He has a traumatic contusion of the chest and is in pain. He will not be available for the second Test, unfortunately," National Team Physio Bayjedul Islam Khan said.
Bangladesh have named fellow left-hander Zakir Hasan as his replacement in the squad. Zakir last featured in a Test in November 2024.
Zakir notably became the first Bangladesh opener to score a century on Test debut when he achieved the feat against India in 2022.
The upcoming fixture, part of the ICC World Test Championship, sees Bangladesh carrying momentum into the match after sealing an impressive victory in the series opener through a dominant bowling display that saw them claim 10 wickets in just over two sessions to land a 104-run win.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Zakir Hasan has been inconsistent lately, but this is his chance to prove he belongs at this level. Bangladesh's bowling unit looks strong though, that 10-wicket haul in Mirpur was something else.
Shadman has been a solid opener for Bangladesh, sad to see him injured. But Zakir's Test debut century was legendary - hope he can channel that same energy in Sylhet. The team's confidence must be sky-high after that win! 💪
The injury is unfortunate, but Zakir has the skill set to succeed. However, I hope the management doesn't rush him back. Bangladesh's bowling attack deserves credit for that win, but the batting lineup needs to step up in the second Test.
Zakir Hasan has a golden opportunity here. The team's momentum is excellent after that dominant win. But I'm concerned about his recent form - he averaged only 25 in domestic cricket last season. Hope he proves me wrong!
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