Shakib: I feel the natural beauty in South Africa will de-stress me
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Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib al Hasan has decided to take part in the South Africa series after a meeting on Saturday with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Nazmul Hasan Papon.
Earlier, the all-rounder had complained that he 'felt like a passenger' in the recently concluded Afghanistan series and mentioned he needed a break from cricket citing his physical and mental fatigue and stress.
However, Shakib confirmed he will be available for the South Africa series and feels the natural beauty in South Africa will de-stress him.
"You can't change anything in one or two days. I am in a better space now given that I have a clear picture in front of me. I feel the natural beauty in South Africa will de-stress me. If you go to a different place, your mental state changes big time. I hope I will be able to perform for the team in South Africa," Shakib said.
BCB boss stated Shakib was having some decision-making issues, however, it won't be a matter of concern now.
“Initially he wanted a break, then he said he would play. Then again he said he was not fit, wouldn't play and now he is saying that he will play. You see, he is facing problems with decision-making," said the BCB president.
"If he wants a break from a match there, let him have that. I want the debate to be over here. He has said that he will play all formats and the board has accepted that. It may happen that we can rest him for a match or two. At this stage we have to support him," he added.
