After a 50-run defeat to India, veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan expressed disappointment with his team’s lack of fight in the T20 World Cup. This loss marked Bangladesh’s second defeat in the Super Eights stage following an initial loss to Australia. Despite their best efforts, Shakib noted that they failed to display the necessary level of determination and resilience on the field.
In the match against India, Bangladesh struggled to chase a target of 197, ending at 146-8 in their 20 overs. Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto was the top scorer with 40 runs. Throughout the tournament, Bangladesh has faced challenges in scoring runs, with Towhid Hridoy being their highest run-scorer with a modest 139 runs in six innings. Shakib himself stood out with an unbeaten 64 in the match against the Netherlands.
Reflecting on Bangladesh’s performance against top contenders in the World Cup, Shakib acknowledged that there is still a wide gap between Bangladesh and these teams. Despite his illustrious career in international cricket, amassing over 19,500 runs and 700 wickets across formats, Shakib remains uncertain about his future in the national team. He emphasizes the importance of feeling valued by the team and enjoying the game before making any decisions about his career path.
