“Recovery Progressing Positively for Two Important Left-Handers”

Asღ the ongoing Asia Cup unfolds, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the team management are holding out hope that their star players will be💃 fully fit for the upcoming World Cup in October.

Samia Akter

September 12, 2023

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“Recovery Progressing Positively for Two Important Left-Handers”

As the ongoing Asia Cup unfolds, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the team management are holding out hope that their star players will be fully fi𒁏t for the upcoming World Cup in October.

Optimism for World Cup

As the ongoing Asia Cup unfolds, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the team management are holding out hope that their star players will be fully fit for the upcoming World Cup in October.

Batting Boost for Tigers

On the batting front, the return of experienced opener Tamim Iqbal and the in-form Najmul Hossain Shanto will provide much-needed stability to the Tigers’ struggling batting lineup for the prestigious event in India.

Positive Fitness Updates

BCB’s chief physician, Debashis Chowdhury, shared encouraging fitness updates on both players.

Tamim’s Progress

Tamim, who expressed his optimism about featuring in the three-match ODI home series against New Zealand starting on September 21, is making significant strides in his recovery. According to Debashis, Tamim is currently pain-free, actively participating in net sessions, fielding drills, and running drills. Soon, he will resume batting in central wickets without nets.

Tamim's Comeback and Team Dynamics

Tamim’s return holds great significance not only for his individual form but also for team cohesion. The former Bangladesh ODI captain’s presence in the dressing room after withdrawing his retirement will be pivotal for team morale.

Shanto’s Rehabilitation

In Najmul Hossain Shanto’s case, the team management must exercise caution regarding his return for the New Zealand series. A hamstring injury forced Shanto to exit the Asia Cup, where he had scored 193 runs in two matches. His absence was strongly felt during Bangladesh’s two Super Four matches.

Shanto's Recovery Progress

Debashis expressed satisfaction with Shanto’s rehabilitation progress, stating that he is currently running at 60 percent intensity. While there is no precise timeframe for his return, it is expected to be soon.

Managing Shanto's Return

Sources within the team management suggest that Shanto might be allowed to skip the entire ꦺNew Zealand series to ensure his freshness for the World Cup.🅠 Alternatively, he could play one match to regain rhythm.

Caution for Shanto

Debashis cautioned that a recurring hamstring injury could be detrimental to Shanto’s fitness and might require a more extended recovery period. Despite playing through the injury during the Asia Cup, Shanto is now on the right path to full fitness.

In this challenging phase, Bangladesh remains hopeful that the return of these key players will bolster their prospects in the upcoming World Cup.

Last Updated: Sep 12, 2023