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Shakib Al Hasan Becomes Oldest Bangladeshi Test Cricketer

By IANS News September 21, 2024 • 11:36 AM View: 396

Shakib Al Hasan: Veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan etched his name in Bangladesh cricket history on Saturday by becoming the oldest player from his nation to feature in a Test match.

At 37 years and 181 days, Shakib took the field on Day 3 of Bangladesh’s first Test against India in Chennai, surpassing the previous record held by left-arm spinner Mohammad Rafique, who was 37 years and 180 days when he last played a Test in 2008.

Shakib, a central figure in Bangladesh cricket for more than a decade, continues to add to his illustrious career with this latest milestone. Widely regarded as one of the game’s premier all-rounders, his longevity and contribution to the team have been instrumental.