‘My bank account has been frozen’: Shakib Al Hasan reveals condition for Bangladesh return

NEW DELHI: Shakib Al Hasan has as soon as once more expressed his want to return to Bangladesh, however insisted that he wants assurance of “regular safety” earlier than doing so.

The previous Bangladesh captain, who has not returned dwelling since Might 2024, opened up in regards to the authorized and political points surrounding him in an in depth interview.

Shakib’s scenario modified dramatically after the Awami League authorities was dethroned on August 5 final yr. The veteran all-rounder, who served as a Member of Parliament for the celebration, was later named in an FIR linked to an alleged homicide case regardless of not being within the nation on the time.

He subsequently continued taking part in worldwide cricket, that includes in Check matches towards Pakistan and India, with the Kanpur Check towards India turning into his final worldwide look.

Talking about his return in an interview with Bangladeshi media outlet bdnews24.com, Shakib mentioned, “I’ve full hope. I’ll return. I hope I can return quickly. I’ll return, go to courtroom, combat the instances. There isn’t a drawback. However they’ve to make sure my safety.”

Clarifying what he meant by safety, he added, “I’m not saying safety means roads should be closed for me or 4 police automobiles should be in entrance of me. However there’s such a factor as regular safety — that I can’t be harassed till the authorized course of is accomplished.”

Shakib additionally addressed allegations associated to inventory market manipulation, ACC investigations and cheque-bounce instances. Dismissing hypothesis across the accusations, he questioned why no proof had emerged regardless of investigations persevering with for practically two years.

“My checking account has been frozen, so I can’t do this. Why is my checking account frozen? Perhaps they felt it wanted to be frozen for the sake of investigation. However that investigation has now been happening for a yr and a half. They’ve discovered nothing thus far,” he mentioned.

The cricketer maintained that if authorities discover proof towards him, he’s keen to face trial. “If guilt is proved, take motion. If nothing is discovered within the investigation, give clearance, launch me,” he acknowledged.

Regardless of his confidence within the authorized course of, Shakib admitted uncertainty over the scenario. “Nothing feels irregular anymore,” he remarked whereas acknowledging fears of doable arrest if he returns dwelling.