Rohit Sharma, the current captain of the Indian cricket team in the T20 format, is set to step down from his leadership role in T20 cricket. The decision comes in the wake of the positive feedback received by the team management regarding Rohit's captaincy during the World Cup. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has expressed no objections to Rohit continuing as the captain for One Day Internationals (ODIs) in the interim.
The extent of Shakib's injury will be assessed in a week's time as the Bangladesh cricket team prepares for their Test match against New Zealand in Sylhet. Meanwhile, the team's regular captain, Shakib Al Hasan, remains in Dhaka after being sidelined from the Test series due to a finger injury sustained during the World Cup.
Nazmul Hossain Shanto's debut press conference as captain may not reveal itself as such at first glance. In a gracefully articulated 14-minute address, Shanto conveyed his excitement, leaving no doubt about his readiness for the role. As the 13th Test captain of Bangladesh, he eagerly anticipates leading the team in the upcoming Test against New Zealand.
In a historic feat, Nazmul Hossain Shanto has etched his name in the record books by scoring a century in his debut match as captain, becoming the first Bangladeshi cricketer to achieve this milestone under his leadership.
Nazmul Hossain Shanto took on the role of interim captain in three ODI matches, all of which ended in losses for the Bangladesh team. However, his Test captaincy debut in the Sylhet Test marked a distinguished beginning for Shanto in the elite cricket format.
Bangladesh secured a remarkable victory against one of the top Test cricket teams, the reigning champions of the inaugural Test Championship. Despite being at the bottom in the last two seasons, Bangladesh triumphed by 150 runs against New Zealand in the Sylhet Test. Kiwi captain Tim Southee, expressing regret over the defeat, highlighted the enchanting beauty of Sylhet, acknowledging the tour's memorability irrespective of the results.
Bangladesh achieved a historic victory in the Sylhet Test against New Zealand, breaking the longstanding pattern of never winning a Test cricket match against them on home soil. Under the captaincy of Nazmul Hossain Shanto, the team secured a 150-run triumph, marking a significant departure from past records. Shanto not only led from the front but also showcased his cricketing acumen, earning praise for his on-field presence that extended beyond his century-scoring performance.
In a surprising turn of events, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has adopted a different stance regarding Shakib Al Hasan's captaincy, contradicting earlier statements. Initially appointed as the captain for the World Cup after Tamim Iqbal's resignation, Shakib had asserted in an interview that he would not continue as captain beyond the ODI World Cup. However, recent comments from the BCB suggest a shift in perspective within just a month.
Prior to the World Cup, Shakib Al Hasan had firmly stated that he would step down as captain after the tournament. However, the dynamic perspective of the Bangladeshi left-handed all-rounder regarding leadership has undergone a change over time.
New Zealand arrived in Bangladesh with high hopes of securing the series victory, but their aspirations were thwarted as Bangladesh emerged triumphant in the final ODI. Despite losing the series 2-1, Captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto remains content, emphasizing that the win provides a much-needed boost in confidence for the upcoming T20 series.
