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Kohli Gifts Shakib His Bat After Kanpur Test
Virat Kohli gifted his bat to Shakib Al Hasan after India’s Test series win, in a heartfelt gesture that went viral.
On Tuesday, October 1, India secured one of their finest victories in Test cricket as the Rohit Sharma-led team defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets, completing a 2-0 clean sweep of the series. The atmosphere at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur was electric, with a large crowd gathering to witness India’s commanding win over Bangladesh.
After the match, a heartwarming moment was captured on camera when Virat Kohli gifted his bat to Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan. The video, which has since gone viral, shows Kohli approaching Shakib, who may have played his final Test match for Bangladesh. The gesture from the former India captain was a fitting tribute to Shakib, who is regarded as a legend of the game.
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Virat Kohli gifted his signed bat to Shakib Al Hasan and congratulated him❤️
– King Kohli as always! 🥹🫡 pic.twitter.com/8RHS27i9lw
— प्रशिक्षित 🇮🇳 (@Prashikshit7) October 1, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan’s Performance in the Kanpur Test
In the match, Shakib delivered an outstanding performance with the ball, recording his best Test figures against India by taking a four-wicket haul in the first innings, including the prized wicket of Virat Kohli. However, his performance with the bat was less successful, as he was dismissed for a duck in what could be his final Test innings. As he walked back to the pavilion, Shakib raised his bat, hinting that this may indeed be his last appearance in the longest format.
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In a significant announcement, Shakib Al Hasan confirmed his retirement from T20I cricket during a press conference held before the second Test against India. Shakib also hinted that his retirement from Test cricket is imminent, stating that he would soon bid farewell to the format.
Last Updated on October 1, 2024
