The 2015 ICC World Cup in Adelaide served as his professional zenith.

Their recruitment drive is expected to continue today, with several high-profile players targeted.

Bangladesh coach Simmons surmised in yesterday's presser why the middle order continues to be an issue following the departure of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah Riyad.

Having spoken to Shakib, Bashar stressed concerns over match readiness.

"I miss the country immensely. I hope to return soon, and it will certainly feel great when that happens."

Bashar informed that his panel will now focus on team selection for the upcoming New Zealand ODIs.

One of the country’s most consistent domestic performers, the 39-year-old spoke about his shift to selection, his goals in the new role, and the need for greater transparency.

The hosts are currently leading the series 1-0 after they beat Pakistan by eight wickets in the series opener at the same venue on Wednesday.

While Shanto and others may be feeling the pangs of a lack of club cricket, no plans are yet in place to fill the vacuum in an important year for ODI challenges.

With Pakistan scheduled to arrive on March 9 for a three-match ODI series, anticipation is mounting over whether Shakib could return during the tour.

The Tigers are set to engage in a series of ODI matches, starting with Pakistan at home in March.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday confirmed a three-match ODI series in Dhaka, scheduled from March 11 to 15.

The senior assistant coach also spoke of the difficulty players faced in coming to terms with the World Cup exclusion.

Former national football team captain Aminul Haque has called for a resolution to the murder cases filed against star cricketers Shakib Al Hasan and Mashrafe Bin Mortaza, expressing hope that the duo can return to Bangladesh’s cricketing landscape.

The former Bangladesh captain stressed that Bangladesh cricket must remain above all individual or factional interests.

The T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to begin tomorrow. Yet, instead of discussions about on-field affairs, the cricketing world has continued to buzz with politics, protest and uncertainty.

“Nothing much, just preparing for the football World Cup,” Bangladesh middle-order batter Tawhid Hridoy joked on Facebook on Sunday, sharing photos of national team players kicking a football around at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

With the victory, Bangladesh finished fourth in Super Six Group 2 with three points

The competition carries total prize money and fees worth Tk 2.5 crore.

BCB officials initially suggested that the Bangladesh Cricket League (BCL) schedule may be brought forward, but talks have now begun on an alternative tournament.