Veteran Pakistan all-rounder Shoaib Malik is set for a return to action for Bangladesh Premier League side Fortune Barishal after a sudden departure from the tournament last week.

Barishal confirmed that they will welcome back the all-rounder, who will join the side on February 2, on the eve of their final match in Sylhet. 

The 41-year-old played three matches for the 2022 finalists having scored 29 runs but it was his exploits with the ball that saw him come under immense scrutiny. 

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