Bangladesh ODI captain Mortaza to contest in general elections
Bangladesh's ODI captain Mashrafe Mortaza will contest in the upcoming elections on a ticket from the ruling party, Awami League, as confirmed by PM Sheikh Hasina. The 35-year-old could reportedly contest from his hometown district of Narail in south-western Bangladesh. "We expect him to keep the balance between his playing career and politics," a Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official said.