Amite Hasan Joins Bangladesh Squad as Mominul Haque Sidelined
Amite Hasan joins the Bangladesh squad for the second Test against West Indies as Mominul Haque misses out due to concussion rules.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced the squad for the upcoming second Test against the West Indies in Sylhet. In a strategic shift for the final match of the series, right-hander Amite Hasan has been called up to the side, replacing Mominul Haque.
Concussion Rule Forces Change
The absence of Mominul Haque is not a tactical choice but a medical necessity. Haque is unavailable for the second Test due to the mandatory concussion rule. According to the regulations, any player diagnosed with a concussion must observe a minimum of seven calendar days away from active play before they are permitted to return to the field.
A Tough Start to the Series
Bangladesh enters the second Test looking to bounce back after a disappointing result in the opening match. The West Indies secured a dominant eight-wicket victory on Day 4 of the first Test, claiming a 1-0 lead in the two-match ICC World Test Championship series.
The first Test saw Bangladesh struggle in a precarious position, starting Day 4 at 79/6. While Nayeem Hasan fought back with a resilient 52, the West Indies spinners proved too potent. Roston Chase was the standout performer, claiming 5/36—his fifth career five-wicket haul—helping bowl Bangladesh out for 142.
West Indies' Aggressive Chase
Chasing a target of 170 runs, the West Indies adopted an attacking mindset. Despite rain interruptions and a slow track, openers John Campbell and Brandon King took the game away from the hosts early on.
- Brandon King: Remained unbeaten on 81, anchoring the chase.
- John Campbell: Contributed 49 before being bowled by Shoriful Islam.
- Kavem Hodge: Provided crucial support to ensure a comfortable finish.
Bangladesh's efforts were further hampered when captain Najmul Hossain Shanto had to leave the field after sustaining a thumb injury, shortly after dropping a catch to dismiss Campbell.
WTC Standings Shift
The loss has had immediate ramifications for Bangladesh in the ICC World Test Championship standings. The team has slipped one position to fifth place with a points percentage of 47.62. Meanwhile, India has climbed to fourth place, boasting a points percentage of 51.52.
The Road Ahead
The second and final Test is scheduled to begin on November 5. Bangladesh will be hoping that the inclusion of Amite Hasan and a recovered squad can help them level the series in Sylhet.
Bangladesh Squad for Second Test:
Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tawhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice Captain), Nayeem Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Taijul Islam, Shoriful Islam, Mushfiqur Rahim, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Amite Hasan.