You know when you hear a comeback and it feels like a plot twist, that no one saw coming? That’s what we have going on with Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan. A long-time member of Bangladesh’s white-ball program, Nurul had faded into the background—a forgotten name, A name not on the selectors’ radar. Having faded from the spotlight, he’s now back—named in Bangladesh’s 25-man preliminary squad for the Asia Cup and the T20Is against the Netherlands. So what happened? What does this mean?
A Domestic Grind That Finally Paid Off
Nurul’s selection is not just luck – it’s the result of months of performing consistently domestically. While the big stage was somewhere else, Nurul was making runs, leading teams, and reminding everyone of who he was when he was fighting for his place in the national setup. Another familiar name, Mosaddek Hossain, was also grinding at domestic cricket, except only one of these players got picked up.
This is a clear sign from the selectors that they are not going to ignore domestic performers (even if they are not being marketed). It sends a further, subtle signal that they are “watching” and that if a player is in form, chances are they will be noticed. Nurul did this and has now been allowed to prove to everybody that he is not just a reserve player.
The Curious Case of Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Mehidy’s selection wasn’t just left field—it was from a field no one had been watching. Miraz isn’t the trusted player he once was, and his form of late in T20Is has been downright horrendous, particularly in the series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan. He certainly wouldn’t fill us with much confidence, yet he is in the squad. Why?
Perhaps it is his value as a capable cricketer, and while out of form, he has something to offer with bat and ball. There is so much uncertainty in T20, and perhaps someone who can do both may be worth their weight. It is an interesting juxtaposition to select Mehid with poor form, and drop Mosaddek for a pretty decent effort. Selection is a strange game.
What Lies Ahead for Nurul?
Here’s the reality: Nurul made it to the squad, but he won’t be around for much of the preparation camp. He is off to Australia for the T20 Series in Darwin with a couple of other members of the squad. That complicates things a bit. With little time to impress in camp, his best opportunity to impress may come if he is selected in the final squad for the Asia Cup.
One more stumble, and this comeback turns into a quiet exit, stage left. Being 31 years of age, he is not somebody who is seen as a prospect but rather a “now or never” one. If he can continue his domestic form to the international stage this time round, he may get an extended stay with the team. Otherwise, it could be a long wait for another call-up.
A call back into the preliminary squad is a lovely story, but it is also full of expectation – is he going to make the most of this long-awaited opportunity, or is he going to find himself back outside again? Whether he goes on to fulfill this expectation does not matter. His comeback should remind us all that cricket (and life) gives everyone a second innings, and sometimes the second innings is what counts.
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