Although not seen in international cricket for a long time, Shakib Al Hasan is not out of the field. This star all-rounder of Bangladesh is regularly playing in various franchise tournaments around the world. This time he got another new responsibility. Shakib will serve as the captain of Bangladesh Tigers in the second season of the Asian Legends League organized with the legendary cricketers of Asia.
The 16-member Bangladesh Tigers team was announced on the official Facebook page of the Asian Legends League on Wednesday night. Shakib Al Hasan has been kept as the captain there. Bangladesh's former all-rounder Alok Kapali will serve as the vice-captain of the team.
Six teams from Asia are participating in this tournament. The teams are Bangladesh Tigers, Indian Royals, Sri Lankan Lions, Afghanistan Pathans, Pakistan Panthers and Rest of Asian Stars. With the participation of former and experienced cricketers, the tournament has already created interest among cricket lovers.
The official journey of the tournament will begin with the unveiling of the jerseys on July 30. Sri Lankan Lions and Afghanistan Pathans will meet in the opening match.
Bangladesh Tigers will enter the field on July 31. In the second match of the double-header, Shakib-led team will face Indian Royals. Pakistan Panthers and Rest of Asian Stars will play the first match on the same day.
A total of 19 matches will be held in the entire tournament. Qualifier-1 will be held on August 8, Qualifier-2 on August 9 and the final on August 10.
Meanwhile, Sony Sports Network has got the broadcast rights of the tournament for three seasons. As a result, cricket lovers from different countries of the world can directly enjoy this crowded fight of the legendary cricketers of Asia on the television screen.
Despite being absent from international cricket for the time being, the country's cricket fans will now be watching how successful Bangladesh Tigers under the leadership of Shakib Al Hasan are in the Legends League.
