Shakib Ready to Return if Safe | Bangladesh News

Shakib Al Hasan, cricket legend and loyalist of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, is ready to return to Bangladesh — even face murder charges and play a farewell series — if the government guarantees his safety. Forced into exile since August 2024, he’s been blocked from returning twice: once mid-flight and again after posting a birthday message for Hasina. His bank accounts are frozen, his parents barred from leaving, and he’s spent two years apart from them. Despite his advancing age and looming retirement, Shakib remains defiant, standing by his call for peace while refusing to distance himself from Hasina’s legacy. His case symbolizes the fallout from her ouster, as allies face legal hurdles and exile. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4cb524cdbe10d45b