The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has submitted all legal documents related to Shakib Al Hasan’s cases to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, marking the start of the process to bring him back to the country. BCB Chief Executive Nizamuddin Chowdhury Sujon handed over the papers, and board director Asif Akbar confirmed the submission, expressing optimism that Shakib could return before the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan.

The government is reportedly taking a positive stance on Shakib’s situation, following earlier remarks from State Minister for Youth and Sports Aminul Haque about keeping sports and politics separate. Although Shakib’s return to Bangladesh appears likely, his participation in the Pakistan series will depend entirely on the national selectors. Meanwhile, Shakib is working on his fitness in the United Arab Emirates, signaling his eagerness to rejoin the national team.

Bangladesh’s home series against Pakistan will feature three ODIs at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on March 11, 13, and 15. Fans are anticipating Shakib’s return to home cricket after nearly two years.