Bangladesh cricketer Litton Das has responded to fake news of his house being burned down by protestors during nationwide protests. On social media, a video of a house being burned down was shared saying it was Litton’s. Later, it was clarified that the house belonged to former Bangladesh captain Mashrafe Mortaza who is a Member of Parliament of the ruling Awami League party from the Narail-2 constituency in Khulna division.
Das took to his Facebook account and put an end to all rumours regarding alleged attacks on him at his residence. He also lauded the people in Dinajpur and in the entire country who came to fellow citizens' rescue amidst violence protests.
"My countrymen, I want to address something. In recent times there have been a news being spread over that my home is being burnt, but this news is totally false. Don't listen to these rumours. I and my family is totally safe" Das wrote in a post on August 9 in Bangla (translated to English).
"And I truly believe Bangladesh is a non-communal country. We need to focus on how to take this country ahead being together. My Dinajpur people along with the entire country, the way you stood up to save others is truly commendable and I'm gratitude. And I will hope to stay together and will keep aside all kinds of violence from this country. Because this country belongs to all of us" he added.
Bangladesh team to leave for Pakistan five days prior
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has invited Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to send the team on August 12, more than a week before the two-Test series begin. The Bangladesh team will be in Pakistan for extended period considering the unrest in the country. They will train at the Gaddafi Stadium from August 14 to 16 before heading to Islamabad for practice sessions. The Test series is scheduled to start on August 21 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
"Sports is not only about winning and losing, it's also about camaraderie," PCB Chief Operating Officer Salman Naseer said. "I remain confident that the extra training sessions in Lahore will allow the players to showcase their best skills and talent on the global stage.
"We are delighted that the BCB have accepted our offer and we look forward to welcoming the Bangladesh men's cricket team in Lahore on 13 August with our traditional hospitality. This will allow them to have three additional days of training and practice at one of our iconic venues before proceeding to Islamabad as originally planned."
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