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In a major setback for the Bangladesh cricket team, their star batter Najmul Hossain Shanto has been ruled out of the remainder of the Asia Cup 2023 due to a hamstring injury. This news comes as a significant blow to Bangladesh, who were relying on Shanto’s outstanding form in the ongoing tournament.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed that Shanto would be returning home to begin his rehabilitation. This decision was made with an eye on the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023, where Bangladesh hopes to make a strong impact. Shanto’s absence from the Asia Cup Super 4 round will undoubtedly be felt by the team. However, Litton Das has been called in as his replacement to fill the void left by Shanto.
Litton Das joins the Bangladesh squad in Lahore as Najmul Hossain Shanto’s replacement
It is worth mentioning that Litton is a seasoned campaigner for Bangladesh but was initially omitted from the original squad due to health concerns. The batter has even joined the team in Lahore for the rest of the tournament. Litton is no stranger to international cricket, having represented Bangladesh in 72 ODIs, amassing an impressive 2213 runs at an average of 34, backed by five centuries.
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Bangladesh’s team physio provides insights into Najmul Hossain Shanto’s condition
Shanto’s injury occurred during Bangladesh’s match against Afghanistan, where he showcased his batting prowess by scoring a brilliant century. He didn’t also take the field later in the game. Bangladesh’s team physio, Bayjedul Islam Khan, provided insights into Shanto’s condition, stating that the batter had suffered a muscle tear.
“The player had complained of hamstring pain during batting and could not field. We had an MRI scan done, confirming a muscle tear. As a precaution, Shanto will not take any further part in the tournament and will be returning home to start rehab and prepare for the World Cup,” said Bayjedul.
Shanto’s absence is not only a loss for Bangladesh but also a disappointment for cricket fans who were enjoying his outstanding performances in the Asia Cup. The 25-year-old scored 89 and 104 runs in the two matches he played in Asia Cup 2203.
