World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Bangladesh cricket team captain Shakib-ul-Hasan will not participate in the final match of the World Cup against Australia. This decision stems from a fracture he sustained to his left finger during a match against Sri Lanka.

The physiotherapist for the Bangladesh team disclosed that Shakib-ul-Hasan displayed remarkable resilience by continuing to bat despite the pain he endured. The fracture came to light when an X-ray was conducted following the match.

The much-anticipated showdown between Bangladesh and Australia is scheduled for November 11 in Pune. Shakib-ul-Hasan’s absence from this critical match is a significant setback for the Bangladesh team, as he serves as both their captain and a key contributor to their performance.

His dedication and determination, displayed by persisting through the discomfort, highlight his commitment to his team and the game. The team will now need to regroup and strategize for the important encounter without their influential captain, Shakib-ul-Hasan. This turn of events has added an additional layer of challenge to Bangladesh’s quest for victory in the World Cup’s final match against Australia.

United States Rejects Israel’s Proposal For Gaza ‘Reoccupation’

Meanwhile,

Over 10,000 Palestinians have died since the invasion began, and Israel claims it has encircled Gaza City. President Joe Biden is urging a three-day pause in the fighting.

The United States, through White House spokesperson John Kirby, has stated its non-support for the reoccupation of Gaza after the Israeli invasion concludes.

Kirby emphasized that President Biden believes a reoccupation by Israeli forces is not the right course of action. However, he also noted that the situation cannot return to the status quo of October 6, the day before Hamas initiated attacks against Israel, and that changes would be necessary.