A portion of Shakib Al Hasan’s fans has taken their protest to the international level, claiming the cricketer was forced into retirement due to political reasons. After expressing their frustration through petitions and demonstrations, these fans are now sending mass emails to the International Cricket Council (ICC), demanding an investigation into the situation. The fans allege that Shakib was prevented from playing his final Test match in Bangladesh against South Africa because of political interference.

In their emails to the ICC, fans argue that Shakib has been unjustly sidelined and not allowed to play his farewell Test due to local political pressures. The email campaign is part of a broader effort by Shakib's supporters, who believe that sending 10,000-12,000 emails will grab the ICC's attention. Some are even preparing for a long march to show their solidarity with the star cricketer. In addition, graffiti against Shakib has been removed by his supporters as they continue to express their discontent.

One of the messages being sent to the ICC reads: "Due to the current political situation in the country, Shakib Al Hasan was forced into retirement. He was not allowed to return to Bangladesh to play his final Test against South Africa. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is barring Shakib from playing in his homeland for political reasons. We urgently appeal to the ICC to investigate this situation and take necessary action against the BCB."

Despite this outcry, it is important to note that the ICC, like other major sporting bodies, operates independently of political influences. Shakib’s inability to play the Dhaka Test is not due to political interference from the BCB but rather concerns for his safety, as public unrest against him continues to escalate. Shakib himself became a controversial figure after engaging in political activities, which led to widespread criticism from some quarters.

The interim government and the Bangladesh Cricket Board had arranged for Shakib to play his farewell Test on home soil, but the increasing protests and opposition have created security concerns. In light of these risks, authorities advised Shakib not to return to Bangladesh for the match, prioritizing his safety.