Star Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has refused an offer to play for the Adelaide Strikers in Australia’s Big Bash League, said the Bangladesh fielding coach and Shakib’s mentor Mohammad Salahuddin while speaking to The Daily Star yesterday. The offer was made by the team’s coach Darren Berry, who sent Shakib a text message asking the left-hander if he would be available.
Shakib however denied the offer as he is still going through a rehabilitation programme to recover from a shin injury. The all-rounder, who attended gym sessions and various physical training activities throughout the last week, was seen batting at the indoor stadium yesterday. “He looked okay during practice. He batted only against spinners today. Tomorrow he’ll be facing medium-pacers. It’s a step-by-step process,” said Salahuddin.
-With The Daily Star input
