The second season of the Global Super League (GSL), organized by the Guyana Cricket Authority, is set to kick off on July 10. While there had been speculation that Shakib Al Hasan would represent Rangpur Riders a familiar BPL franchise the veteran all-rounder was ultimately left out of their squad. Citing potential controversy, Rangpur reportedly avoided including the former Bangladesh captain.
Instead, Shakib has been signed by the Dubai franchise, Dubai Capitals, for the tournament.
The franchise made the announcement via a post on their official Facebook page, sharing a photo of Shakib with the caption:
“Legendary all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan joins us as a replacement for South African spinner Keshav Maharaj.”
If all goes according to plan, this sets up an intriguing clash as Shakib is now poised to face his former team, Rangpur Riders, in the tournament.
The GSL debuted last year with five franchise teams representing leagues from five different countries. The format remains the same for this season, with no increase in the number of teams.
Key Dates for Dubai Capitals (Shakib’s team):
- July 10: Season opener vs Central Stags
- July 11: Match vs Hobart Hurricanes
- July 13: Match vs Guyana Amazon Warriors
- July 16: High-profile clash vs Rangpur Riders
As in the previous edition, there will be no play-off stage. The top two teams at the end of the league phase will directly qualify for the final on July 18, which will decide the GSL champion.
Shakib will play alongside notable names like Rovman Powell, Gulbadin Naib, Sediqullah Atal, and Niroshan Dickwella in the Dubai Capitals squad.
Why Rangpur Didn’t Pick Shakib
Addressing the decision not to include Shakib in their squad, Rangpur team director Shanian Tanim clarified:
“There was no specific directive on whether Shakib could be taken or not. It was purely a team management decision. Considering the current situation in our country, we weren’t sure how the public would react if he was selected.”
While Tanim didn’t elaborate further, it’s clear that concerns around public perception and controversy played a role in the decision.
With Shakib’s inclusion in the Dubai Capitals and a potential face-off against Rangpur Riders on the horizon, GSL Season 2 promises high drama, both on and off the field.
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