The Indian Express
Bangladesh wicket-keeper batsman Mushfiqur Rahim has decided to skip the T20I series against Zimbabwe happening next month. He has informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board about his decision.
Minajul Abedin, the chief selector of the Bangladesh Cricket Board, confirmed the news, saying he feels tired after playing so much continuous cricket.
“Mushfiq has requested for a break during the T20Is, but he is available for the Test and ODIs. I think he may be tired after playing for so long, which is why he wants the leave. We will decide once he officially informs the cricket operations department,” chief selector Minhajul Abedin said.
Mushfiqur Rahim has not missed a single game since October last year
Since making his debut in 2005, This is the first time Mushfiqur Rahim has asked for a break in his international career apart from when he has been injured. The 34-year-old wicket-keeper batsman has represented Bangladesh in 74 Tests, 227 ODIs and 86 T20I games.
Rahim has been involved in cricket non-stop since October last year while living in a bio-bubble. He played in two domestic competitions before joining the Bangladesh squad for two Tests and three ODIs against West Indies at home.
Test cricket is back 😇😇😇 pic.twitter.com/elJ7eHWXj3
— Mushfiqur Rahim (@mushfiqur15) January 28, 2021
Although he has decided to skip the T20Is, Rahim will be available for selection for the Test series and the ODIs.
Bangladesh cricket is scheduled to play a one-off Test followed by three ODIs and three T20Is. The cricketers are expected to land in Zimbabwe on June 29, while the last game of the tour will be held on July 28.