India, Aug. 8 -- Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is prepared to face court trials in the country, but only if the government gives clearance for his security. The former Bangladesh captain has not been seen in the country since 2024 and is currently in Sri Lanka, playing for the Jaffna Kings in the Lanka Premier League (LPL). It is worth mentioning that the 39-year-old is among 147 people against whom charges were filed in connection with an alleged murder during the Bangladesh protests two years back.

"If I get the clearance from the government that my security will be ensured, I am happy to go back, face the court trial and everything that needs to be done," Shakib told Reuters on Friday.

"I know I haven't done anything. It's a...