Chief Adviser accords reception to Tigers

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has accorded a reception to the Bangladesh cricket team at his office at Tejgaon in the capital, following their 2-0 Test series victory against Pakistan in August-September 2024.

Welcoming the cricketers at the reception, the Chief Adviser called their success in Pakistan a historic one and said the whole nation was proud of their achievement.

"I spoke to the captain after the victory but I was eagerly waiting to meet you all personally and congratulate you on behalf of the nation," he said while addressing the players, reports BSS.

Prof Yunus reminded the players of the power of sports in uniting a nation and recalled his recent engagement in the Paris Olympics where he acted as an advisor and ambassador.

National cricket team captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto thanked Prof Yunus for hosting a reception to them at his office and said his words would encourage them to achieve further success.

“Every player is happy to come here. It will really inspire us,” he said.

Shanto said the hard work of players and coaching staff was pivotal to their success in Pakistan.