In a major setback to the Bangladesh cricket team, fast bowler Ebadot Hossain has been forced to withdraw from the Asia Cup 2023 squad due to a lingering injury. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) made the announcement for the same ?on Tuesday (August 22).

Ebadot’s absence comes as a blow to the squad, as the talented pacer was initially named in the 17-member roster unveiled by the BCB just ten days ago. The team’s preparations for the Asia Cup were also in full swing, with seasoned all-rounder Shakib al Hasan appointed as the captai?n of the side by? the management.

What led to Ebadot Hossain’s withdrawal from the initial team?

It was the unfortunate injury sustained by Ebadot during an ODI series against Afghanistan last month that led to his withdrawal from the team. Despi?te medical evaluations and assessments, it has been determined that Ebadot requires more rest to ensure a complete rec?overy.

The decision by the BCB to exclude Ebadot from the Asia Cup squad was taken as mindful of the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 scheduled for October in India, as they don’t want to risk one of their key players before the prestigious world event.

“Ebadot had undergone six weeks of rehab following the injury. We have had multiple MRIs done during this time, and the reports suggest that his ACL is still a concern and requires further management. Therefore, he misses out on the Asia Cup,” BCB Chief Sports Physician Dr Debashis ?Chowdhury was quoted sayi??ng by ICC.

“Considering the importance of the Bangladesh team’s next major event, which is the ICC World Cup in October, the BCB is committed to exploring every safe medical option available for getting Ebadot back to full fitness and playing as early as possible, including consultation and treatment overseas,” he added.

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BCB names Tanzim Hasan Sakib as Ebadot Hossain’s replacement

Taking Ebadot’s place in the revised squad is the promising 20-year-old uncapped fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib. Tanzim has previously been a part of Bangladesh’s triumphant U-19 team during the 2020 U-19 World Cup.

Revised Bangladesh squad for the Asia Cup 2023:

Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Kumer Das, ?Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Naim Sheikh, Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim?? Hasan Sakib.

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The odds of Bangladesh’s maiden victory over New Zealand rose after they reduced the hosts to 147 in their second innings for five at stumps on Day 4 of the ongoing first Test at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The Black Caps have taken a lead of 17 runs, but half of their side is in the pavilion. Ebadot Hossain’s game-changing spell has inspired the tourists to inch closer to wh?at could be a historic win.

Ebadot turned the game at the fag end of the day’s play when he destroyed New Zealand, who were comfortable at 136/2, with opener Will Young and senior batter Ross Taylor lookin??g set to take the ?home team to stumps without any trouble.

However, Ebadot cleaned up Young (69) on the third ball of the 54th over and on the fifth delivery, he removed Henry Nicholls (0). Ebadot wasn’t done yet as in his very next over, the right-armer sent back Tom Blundell f?or a duck, putting Bangladesh in commanding position.

Earlier, Mehidy Hasan Miraz played a handy knock of 47 to help the visitors extend their lead to 130 before they were bowled out for 458. Yasir Ali also contributed well with 26 as he and Mehidy formed a cr?ucial partnership of 75 for the seventh wicket.

Notabl??y, Bangladesh have never won a single match in New Zealand. They?? have lost all their 33 matches across the three formats, including nine Tests.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

Wow Ebadot turning this game #NZvBAN huge hour from Bangladesh.

— Mitchell McClenaghan (@Mitch_Savage) January 4, 2022

Pic 1: Indian fans watching #NZvBAN
Pic 2: Indian fans to Bangladesh 😅 pic.twitter.com/DIUfCrVCk0

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) January 4, 2022

It's so close for Bangladesh. Do they believe they can win it?#NZvBAN

— Andrew McGlashan (@andymcg_cricket) January 4, 2022

If – and it's still an "if" – Bangladesh pull this off in Mt Maunganui, it will be hard to think of a greater win in their history.

— Money Motive 🌟  (@moneymotivte888) January 4, 2022

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Bangladesh's day at the Bay Oval!

Ebadot Hossain's 4/39 has moved the tourists in front! #NZvBAN #WTC23 pic.twitter.com/WOrMDdKgEr

— ICC (@ICC) January 4, 2022

Ebadot Hossain bowling his spell of the life – W,0,W,0,0,0,W in the last 7 balls – game has shifted completely into the hands of Bangladesh.

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 4, 2022

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Before the first #NZvBAN Test, Ebadot Hossain averaged 81.5 with the ball, the worst of any bowler with more than 10 wickets. He’s currently got 4-??38 to reduce NZ to effectively 6-5 in the third innings. Could be one of the great shock performances in one of the great shock wins

— Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) January 4, 2022

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