Bashar comments on Rana's absence from Australia tour due to injury
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 12:54 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Bangladesh chief selector Bashar expressed regret over the absence of Rana during the Australia tour, attributing it to an unfortunate side strain. He acknowledged the challenges of keeping fast bowlers injury-free, indicating the ongoing struggle in maintaining player fitness. The selectors are expected to adapt to Rana's absence as the squad prepares for the upcoming series. No replacement for Rana has been confirmed at this time.
- •Bashar calls Rana's side strain unfortunate.
- •Selectors face challenges with fast bowler injuries.
- •Bangladesh prepares for the Australia tour.
- •No replacement for Rana has been announced.
- 12:54 PMESPNcricinfo — Bashar regrets Rana's absence from Australia tour despite being 'extra cautious'
"Bangladesh chief selector said Rana's side strain was "unfortunate", and that it's "hard to keep fast bowlers free of injuries"
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