Amite Hasan Joins Squad as Injured Mominul Ruled Out
Bangladesh name wicketkeeper-batter Amite Hasan as Mominul Haque's replacement for the second Test against West Indies after a head injury.
Bangladesh have announced a significant change to their 15-member squad for the second Test against the West Indies, bringing in wicketkeeper-batter Amite Hasan to replace the experienced Mominul Haque. The decision comes after Mominul was sidelined due to a head injury suffered during the opening clash of the World Test Championship series.
The Injury Blow to Mominul Haque
The setback for the senior batter occurred while he was fielding in the first Test. According to the ICC, Mominul's injury necessitated the use of a concussion substitute, with Jaker Ali stepping in during the match. Following the strict ICC concussion guidelines, Mominul is required to undergo a mandatory minimum seven-day stand-down period, making him unavailable for the upcoming fixture.
Rising Star Amite Hasan Steps Up
The 23-year-old Amite Hasan, who made his Test debut against Zimbabwe in June this year, has been called up for the match scheduled to begin on November 5 in Sylhet. While he has only one Test match under his belt, his domestic form has been nothing short of stellar. Hasan boasts an impressive first-class record, having amassed 4,040 runs across 54 matches with a formidable average of 50.50.
The Road to Recovery in Sylhet
Bangladesh enter the second Test under pressure, trailing 0-1 in the series after a disappointing eight-wicket defeat in the opener. Despite managing a slim 27-run lead in the first innings, the hosts failed to defend a target of 170. The West Indies cruised to victory thanks to a century partnership between openers Brandon King, who remained unbeaten on 81, and John Campbell, who scored 49.
The first match was dominated by West Indies bowler Jomel Warrican, whose nine-wicket haul proved decisive. This loss has also had repercussions for Bangladesh's global standing, as they have slipped from fourth to fifth in the World Test Championship table.
The Full Bangladesh Squad
Led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, the squad for the Sylhet Test includes:
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain)
- Amite Hasan
- Shadman Islam
- Tanzid Hasan
- Towhid Hridoy
- Litton Das
- Jaker Ali
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Nayeem Hasan
- Hasan Mahmud
- Taijul Islam
- Shoriful Islam
- Mushfiqur Rahim
- Taskin Ahmed
- Ebadot Hossain
As the series moves to Sylhet, Bangladesh will be fighting to level the two-match series, while the West Indies will be hunting for a decisive series win.