As India get ready to take on Bangladesh, a huge cloud of uncertainty lingers over the participation of all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. The Bangladesh captain is undoubtedly one of the most important players for his side in the tournament and fans would expect him to feature in this crucial contest against India in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Shakib had sustained an injury to his left quadriceps during batting against New Zealand and he also came on to bowl, despite being in pain. The 36-year-old was taken for scans in Chennai after the game and his injury has cast his participation in this match into doubt. With Bangladesh only having managed just one win in three games, they would have to be at their very best against a side like India. But will Shakib eventually be cleared to compete? India Likely Playing XI for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 vs Bangladesh: Check Predicted Indian 11 for IND vs BAN Match in Pune.

The all-rounder has had an underwhelming impact on Bangladesh's campaign in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. He has scored 55 runs and taken five wickets in three matches played so far. While his numbers are not exactly impressive in CWC 2023, Bangladesh would not want to be without a full-strength squad against India, a side aiming for a fourth win. The Tigers find themselves in sixth place on the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 points table with a Net Run Rate (NRR) that is negative.

Will Shakib Al Hasan Play in India vs Bangladesh ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Match?

Shakib Al Hasan has reportedly started to feel better and is without any more pain ahead of the match against India, as was informed by Khaled Mahmud, the Bangladesh team director. Having said that, head coach Chandika Hathurusingha has stated that the all-rounder would be in contention for selection if he gains full fitness. The good news for Bangladesh fans is that the all-rounder did spend a lot of quality time in the nets and he too wants to feature in this match. It would only be known on the day of the game if he is available to play. In case he isn't Najmul Hossain Shanto, his deputy, would be leading the Bangladesh side.

Bangladesh would have good memories of facing India the last time in an ODI where the Tigers turned out victorious in the Asia Cup 2023. But that was not a full-strength ODI side that they faced and hence, the challenge would be much sterner and tougher on October 19 at the MCA Stadium in Pune.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 18, 2023 11:51 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).