India will give farewell reception to Shakib subject to conditions
October 2, 20242 Mins Read

Jumbangla Desk: On the day before the Kanpur Test, Shakib Al Hasan came to the press conference on behalf of Bangladesh. Everyone was somewhat surprised to see this senior cricketer coming to the press conference room instead of captain or coach. But Shakib coming to the press conference means something extra. That is what happened at the press conference on the 26th. He suddenly announced his retirement from Test and T20.

But it is also included in the calculation of if. Shakib retained his last Test in South Africa series Mirpur Test. Bangladesh will play that test after Kanpur. But Shakib wants his safety before coming to play in Mirpur. He wants this considering the recent political situation. If that doesn't happen, the Kanpur Test could be the end for Shakib.

India is also ready to bid farewell to one of the best stars of Bangladesh cricket. Although everything is fine, this is Shakib's last match outside the country in white clothes. In such a situation, the Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) agreed to give a farewell reception to Shakib. However, BCCI also has conditions for this.

BCCI wants assurance. If the Bangladesh all-rounder confirms, Kanpur is his end. Only then will India give Shakib a farewell reception. BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla said that if Shakib gave a clear message, they want to hold a farewell ceremony in Kanpur. And that's why the only time left is today. The ongoing test ends today. And if Shakib does not come to the country, today will be the last day of Shakib's Test career.

In a press conference on Monday (September 30) yesterday, Shakib has not told us that way yet (regarding retirement). If he informs us then we will definitely think about this matter (of bidding farewell). We thought he would go to Bangladesh and retire. Because their next series is there.

Rajiv Shukla also spoke to Tamim Iqbal for Shakib's farewell event. Wanted to know the overall status of Shakib's retirement announcement, Tamim Iqbal was also telling me this yesterday. If he changes his mind. And if he does not go to Bangladesh, he should inform us. Officially we can't plan anything if we know.

Shakib Al Hasan told the press conference in Kanpur that he has played his last match in the T20 format in the World Cup. There is currently no game in the ODI format in the country. There is an away series against Afghanistan in the UAE and an away series in the West Indies. After that, the 2025 Champions Trophy game.

The test series against South Africa is the perfect opportunity for Shakib to leave the country. But in the country after August 5, Shakib Al Hasan has become a villain in the eyes of many due to his political affiliation. There is a sword of murder case on the head. In such a situation, with the issue of security, Shakib has also suspended his farewell match.