Bangladesh’s spin bowling coach, Mushtaq Ahmed, praised senior cricketers like Shakib Al Hasan for helping the team shift their focus to the upcoming test series against Pakistan despite political unrest back home. The squad arrived in Lahore ahead of schedule after facing disruptions due to protests forcing the Prime Minister to resign and parliament to dissolve.

Mushtaq expressed gratitude towards the Pakistan Cricket Board for accommodating the team’s delayed preparations by extending their training time in Lahore. The first test in Rawalpindi is scheduled for next Wednesday, followed by the second match in Karachi on August 30.

Senior players like Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim, captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, and fast bowler Taskin Ahmed are lauded by Mushtaq for their positive influence on the team amidst the challenges. He credited the team management for maintaining focus and praised the camaraderie within the squad.

Shakib, a former lawmaker in Bangladesh, was participating in a T20 league in Canada when the political turmoil unfolded in his home country. Mushtaq, who took on the role of spin bowling coach in April, commended the players’ maturity and excitement for the upcoming series, emphasizing the strength of the bond between the PCB and Bangladesh cricket.