BCB (Bangladesh cricket board) has announced its squad for the first Test against South Africa, scheduled to start on 21 October.
Among the selected players is star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan.
However, there is some uncertainty regarding his timely arrival in Dhaka.
Shakib is currently in Dubai on a layover while traveling from the United States.
According to flight schedules, he is expected to arrive in Dhaka tonight.
Upon reaching Dubai, he received instructions from Bangladeshi officials to refrain from boarding any flight to Dhaka until he receives a green signal from home.
Sources indicate that this advisory was communicated at the government level.
Despite this development, Shakib is not expected to face significant issues, as his layover in Dubai was already longer than usual.
His flight to Dhaka is scheduled for 5 PM local time today, with an expected arrival after 11 PM. Thus, he would have had to remain in Dubai for the duration of the layover regardless, though this added uncertainty may increase his stress.
The situation will be monitored closely as the team prepares for the crucial Test match against South Africa.
Reports indicate that security concerns led to the advisory given to star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan regarding his return to Bangladesh.
Over the past few days, protests have emerged against Shakib at the Mirpur Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, where demonstrators have raised slogans and engaged in wall writing.
Notably, his effigy was burned at Dhaka University yesterday.
A group is expected to present a memorandum at the Mirpur Sher-e-Bangla Stadium today, demanding that Shakib not be allowed to play in his final Test match on home soil.
Attempts to reach Shakib in Dubai for comments on the situation continued late into the night yesterday, but he has not responded regarding the matter.
Additionally, inquiries were made to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President, Faruk Ahmed, and Chief Executive Officer, Nizamuddin Chowdhury, who are both in Dubai for an ICC meeting.
However, they also refrained from commenting on the issue.
The situation remains fluid as both the cricketing community and fans await further developments concerning Shakib`s return and participation in the upcoming Test match.
Multiple sources confirmed this morning that Shakib Al Hasan has been advised to remain in Dubai until further decisions are communicated.
With sufficient time before his flight to Dhaka, sources express optimism that he will receive a green signal to return home.
An insider from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) hinted that since the squad for the first Test was announced with Shakib included, the board is taking steps to ensure his timely arrival.
They are hopeful that he will be able to arrive in Dhaka on the scheduled flight.
Previously, there have been positive signals from government officials regarding Shakib`s participation in his final Test on home soil.
The latest comments came from Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud Shajeeb Bhuiyan, who stated that there are no obstacles to Shakib`s travel.
He assured that the government will oversee his security and urged everyone to respect the rule of law.
As the situation unfolds, fans and the cricketing community await clarity on Shakib`s return and his ability to play in the upcoming Test against South Africa.
