Bangladesh retain Shakib Al Hasan for Pakistan Test series

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a 17-man squad for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan, with Shakib Al Hasan included despite the political turmoil in Bangladesh. The series, part of the ICC World Test Championship, runs from August 21st to September 3rd. Shakib, currently playing in Canada, will join the team in Pakistan. The squad also includes experienced players like Mushfiqur Rahim and Mominul Haque. Chief Selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain emphasized the importance of experience in the challenging tour ahead.