# Cricketer Shakib, Hasina ally, says he will face trial in Bangladesh if safe

https://mins.news/en/item/16119

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-07 11:27 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/8/7/crickets-shakib-an-hasani-ally-will-face-trial-in-bangladesh-if-secure?traffic_source=rss

> Cricketer Shakib Al Hasan, described as an ally of Sheikh Hasina, says he is prepared to face trial in Bangladesh if his safety can be assured. He is also considering a return to the Cricket World Cup. The report links his possible return to the security condition surrounding the trial. It gives no further details about the case or the arrangements being sought.

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