BAN vs AFG: Bangladesh’s collection win towards Afghanistan a confidence booster earlier than Asia Cup, says Shakib Al Hasan

By India Today Sports Desk: Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan lately addressed the media following the Tigers’ triumphant T20I collection win towards Afghanistan. Shakib expressed his perception that this victory will function a serious confidence booster for the staff as they put together for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023.

During the press convention held on July seventeenth, 2023, Shakib emphasised the significance of flexibility throughout the staff. He said, “In T20s, a number seven might have to do the same job that openers have to do. If the openers bat for 15 overs, he might have to play the next five overs as well.”

He additional added that if each participant can adapt to any batting place, it will make it simpler for the staff to face difficult conditions.

Shakib additionally highlighted the wholesome competitors among the many bowlers within the staff, stating, “The five or six bowlers we have… our job is to make things easy for batters and we always try that. Now with the combination we have, we are seeing a healthy competition among pacers and spinners and this is a good thing for the team.”

Reflecting on the latest collection win, Shakib mentioned, “We had the belief we would chase it down,” referring to the rain-affected match the place Afghanistan put up a rating of 116 for 7 in 17 overs. Bangladesh efficiently chased down the goal, marking a major victory for the staff.

Looking forward to the Asia Cup, Shakib expressed optimism, stating, “From here (the T20 squad) around 80 to 90 per cent of cricketers will play in the ODIs and this is a huge confidence boost for us ahead of the Asia Cup.”

He believes that almost all of the T20 squad will transition into the ODI setup, bringing with them the arrogance and momentum from their latest victory.

Despite his worldwide commitments and private causes main him to decide out of IPL 2023, Shakib stays a pivotal determine in Bangladesh cricket. His management and efficiency proceed to encourage his teammates as they gear up for the forthcoming challenges within the Asia Cup and past.