Bangladesh’s ex-captain Shakib Al Hasan announced he will retire from international cricket by March next year. Facing murder charges at home linked to a crackdown during former leader Sheikh Hasina’s rule, the 37-year-old has stayed away from Bangladesh since last month’s revolution.
Shakib plans to retire after next year’s Champions Trophy in Pakistan but hopes to return for a two-match Test series against South Africa in Bangladesh, if arrangements are made.