Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto defended Shakib Al Hasan's performance despite his recent struggles. Shakib failed to take any wickets and had an expensive bowling spell during the Test match against India.

In the first innings of the game, Shakib bowled only eight overs and conceded 50 runs. In the second, he bowled 13 overs and leaked 79 runs without success. Karthik stated that his bowling finger was swollen and rigid and that the cricketer was also disturbed by a shoulder injury, which is why he bowled less as well.

Shakib Al Hasan is reportedly playing in the India vs Bangladesh Test match in Chennai with multiple injury issues.

Bangladesh batting coach David Hemp stated he was unaware of Shakib Al Hasan's injury. Despite Hasan's struggles and a recent finger surgery, Bangladesh faces an uphill battle against India. The visitors ended day three at 158/4,

Bangladesh batting coach David Hemp on Saturday confirmed that he is “not aware” of star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan’s injury. In the first Test match between India and Bangladesh, the all-rounder bowled seven overs on day three after skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto brought him into the attack,