Watch How a Birthday Post Could Get Shakib Dropped from Bangladesh Team

Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s best all-rounder, might lose his place in the team. And the reason behind it is not his form or age concerns. It is all due to an Instagram post, wishing a birthday to the former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina.

What could be the reason for any player being dropped permanently from the team? It could be form, age factor, retirement, and a lot more. But what if we told you that a player might be dropped just for a birthday post on his social media? This might happen with Shakib Al Hasan, after he wished Sheikh Hasina on her birthday.

. The country even experienced feuds, which led to Hasina leaving the nation. Since then, it is unknown where she resides. Taking a look at Shakib Al Hasan’s post, the Bangladesh Sports Advisor talks about his future in the Bangladeshi team.

1. Political Tensions in Bangladesh

Bangladesh suffered a political crisis in 2024 under Sheikh Hasina. The Prime Minister was opposed by the public due to the laws she was about to pass. With the public tensions growing, she was advised to leave the nation. Soon, protests erupted throughout the country, mainly in Dhaka.

At this time, Sheikh Hasina went to India and stayed there for a while. After her departure from India, it is still unknown to the media where she resides. Soon after her government was dissolved, a new government was formed. Muhammad Yunus took the post as Chief Advisor, forming an interim government.

Shakib Al Hasan, the famous cricketer, has also been involved in politics. But at the time this matter happened, the team was preparing for its upcoming tour of India. Along with that, it should also be noted that Shakib Al Hasan was a part of the Awami League, which was being led by Sheikh Hasina.

With the party being dissolved, Shakib also lost his post in the Bangladeshi Parliament. Along with that, the interim government also made some calls to remove him from the Bangladeshi team. These calls were made due to the fact that he was working with Sheikh Hasina in politics.

2. Birthday Post Lands Shakib in Trouble

Starting his political career under Sheikh Hasina, Shakib was emotionally attached to her. Some fans even think that the Bangladeshi player is still connected with the former Prime Minister of the country. On 28 September, Sheikh Hasina turned 78 years old.

At this time, Shakib Al Hasan took it to his Instagram account. He posted an image of himself and Sheikh Hasina together. Along with that, he also captioned it, wishing Sheikh Hasina a very happy birthday. It would seem like a normal birthday post to everyone, until or unless you are from Bangladesh.

. While some also wished Sheikh Hasina, others targeted Shakib Al Hasan for his connections with her. Soon, this matter even reached the government, sparking tensions between them and Shakib.

As a result, the Bangladesh Sports Advisor, Asif Mahmud, confirmed that he will ensure that Shakib won't play for the Bangladeshi team. Although an official statement from the Bangladesh Cricket Board is awaited, it seems that Shakib might soon have to call off on his career, being forced to retire.