Bangladesh’s veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has successfully cleared his bowling action reassessment test, putting an end to months of uncertainty and speculation. The 37-year-old, who had previously failed two tests, finally received clearance, allowing him to resume bowling in international cricket.
This development comes as a huge sigh of relief for Shakib, who had been left out of Bangladesh’s Champions Trophy 2025 squad due to his bowling suspension. The selectors opted against picking him as a specialist batter, ruling him out of what he had hoped would be his farewell ICC event.
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“Third Time Lucky” – Shakib Cleared to Bowl Again
Shakib successfully underwent his latest bowling action test in England, where he finally met the legal requirements. Confirming the news to Cricbuzz, the all-rounder expressed his joy.
🗣 Shakib Al Hasan on Clearing the Test:
“The news is right, and I am cleared to bowl again,” he said, with a sense of relief.
Shakib’s Road to Clearance: From Suspension to Redemption
The controversy around Shakib’s bowling action began during a County Championship match for Surrey against Somerset in September 2024. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) flagged his action as suspect, leading to an independent evaluation that deemed it illegal.
Following this, Shakib underwent two reassessments—one in England and another in India—but failed both, resulting in his suspension from bowling in competitive cricket.
What’s Next for Shakib?
Now that he has been cleared to bowl again, Shakib is expected to make a comeback as a full-fledged all-rounder. While he missed out on the Champions Trophy, his availability as a bowler strengthens Bangladesh’s squad for upcoming assignments.
With this chapter finally closed, Shakib Al Hasan can now focus on making a strong return to international cricket, potentially extending his playing career beyond 2025.
