Bangladesh Likely to Miss Mushfiqur Rahim, Skipper Najmul Hossain Doubtful for West Indies ODIs
Mushfiqur-Rahim-Bangladesh Likely to Miss Mushfiqur Rahim, Skipper Najmul Hossain Doubtful for West Indies ODIs
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed that experienced batter Mushfiqur Rahim will be unavailable for the upcoming ODI series against West Indies due to a finger injury. Additionally, skipper Najmul Hossain remains doubtful as he continues to recover from a groin injury sustained earlier.
Injury Updates
- Mushfiqur Rahim:
The wicketkeeper-batter fractured the tip of his left index finger while keeping wickets during the first ODI against Afghanistan in the UAE. The injury requires 4-6 weeks of recovery, ruling him out of the West Indies series. - Najmul Hossain:
The skipper suffered a Grade II strain on his left groin during the second ODI against Afghanistan. He missed the subsequent Test series against West Indies, and his availability for the ODIs remains uncertain.- “We cannot take any risk with him,” a BCB official stated, citing concerns that aggravating the injury could jeopardize his participation in future tournaments, including the Champions Trophy.
Implications for Bangladesh
The absence of Mushfiqur and the potential unavailability of Najmul Hossain leave Bangladesh in a challenging position:
- Leadership Void: If Najmul is unable to recover in time, the team will need to identify a temporary captain for the series.
- Batting Line-up Adjustments: With Mushfiqur missing, Bangladesh’s middle order could face significant reshuffling.
Series Details
- ODI Series: Begins on December 8
- T20I Series: Starts on December 16
As the squad announcement is delayed to assess Najmul’s recovery, Bangladesh’s selectors are weighing their options carefully. With the Champions Trophy looming, ensuring player fitness remains a priority for the team management.
Stay tuned for updates on Bangladesh’s squad and their preparations for the crucial series against West Indies.
