eteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan made history on Saturday by becoming the oldest Bangladeshi cricketer to play in a Test match. At 37 years and 181 days, Shakib surpassed the previous record held by former left-arm spinner Mohammad Rafique, who was 37 years and 180 days old when he played his last Test against South Africa in 2008. This milestone came during Bangladesh’s first Test against India in Chennai, adding yet another accolade to Shakib’s remarkable cricketing career.
Recognized as one of the greatest all-rounders in modern cricket, Shakib’s longevity and consistent performance have made him a cornerstone of Bangladesh’s national team for over a decade. His presence continues to offer experience and leadership, especially in high-pressure matches like the ongoing India vs Bangladesh Test series. While Shakib’s achievement is historic for Bangladesh, the global record for the oldest Test player still belongs to England’s Wilfred Rhodes, who played at 52 years and 165 days in 1930.
On the field, India maintained a dominant position in the Chennai Test. Shubman Gill struck his seventh Test fifty, while Rishabh Pant closed in on his 12th, pushing India to 141 for 3 after 40 overs and extending their lead past 350 runs. Earlier, on Day 2, Jasprit Bumrah starred with the ball, claiming 4 for 50 to bundle out Bangladesh for just 149. Despite efforts from Shakib (32) and Litton Das (22), Bangladesh struggled against India’s pace attack, leaving them with a steep task to stay in the contest.
