SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023: Why is Mustafizur Rahman not playing Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh match?

The highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 encounter between Sri Lanka and Pakistan has cricket fans on the edge of their seats. However, there’s been a notable absence on the Bangladeshi side, Mustafizur Rahman, one of Bangladesh’s key players.

Why is Mustafizur Rahman not playing SL vs PAK Asia Cup 2023 match?

Mustafizur Rahman is sitting out due to a knee niggle. Mustafizur Rahman, renowned for his impeccable line and length as a bowler, is a crucial asset to the Bangladesh cricket team. However, in the Asia Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka, the talented pacer is conspicuously absent due to a knee niggle. This injury concern has led the team management to exercise caution and rest the bowler to prevent any further damage.

Bangladesh Captain Shakib Al Hasan at Toss: We will field first, no particular reason, there could be some rain around. We have one extra bowler and we will bowl first. A must-win situation, but playing against Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka isn’t easy. There is no room for complacency, it’s a bit different to pakistan and we’ll have to adjust. One change, Nasum replaces Afif Hossain

Shakib Al Hasan also revealed a change in the playing XI, stating that Nasum Ahmed would replace Afif Hossain. This alteration could be aimed at strengthening the bowling attack and adding variety to the spin options. Nasum Ahmed’s inclusion is an interesting tactical move that the Bangladesh team hopes will help them secure a vital victory in this high-stakes match.

Bangladesh understands the significance of this match in the Asia Cup 2023, and Shakib Al Hasan’s decision to field first indicates their intent to control the game from the outset. With Mustafizur Rahman sidelined, the team will need other bowlers to step up and fill the void left by the talented pacer.

Bangladesh Playing XI

Mohammad Naim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Shamim Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Nasum Ahmed

Sri Lanka Playing XI

Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana