Bangladesh's star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is back in news for all the wrong reasons yet again after a video of video of him slapping a fan emerged on the internet and viral on social media.
While there is a question mark on the timing of the video, the incident is believed to have occurred during the parliamentary elections, where Shakib was contesting for a seat. In the video, a large crowd surrounds the cricketer, and as fans try to get close, one individual attempts to grab Shakib's arm, prompting him to slap the person. Check out the video here:
Despite the controversy, Shakib achieved a significant victory in the parliamentary elections. Contesting for the Awami League from Magura-1, he secured a landslide victory with a margin of over 150,000 votes. This win also marked Shakib's entry into politics.
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According to news agency AFP, the district’s chief administrator Abu Naser Beg said that it was a 'landslide victory.'
Shakib's last international cricket appearance for Bangladesh was during the World Cup against Sri Lanka. Leading the team, he faced criticism for his form and performance as Bangladesh finished eighth in the table. Shakib scored 186 runs in seven innings and took seven wickets during the tournament. He also had to leave the World Cup early due to an injury.