Nahid Rana in Test. [Source - AFP]Nahid Rana faces a race against time to regain fitness ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming home Test series against West Indies. His availability for the two Tests remains uncertain.The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is monitoring Rana’s recurring injury issues as persistent pain in his glute region threatens to delay his comeback after an earlier side strain.BCB To Assess Nahid Rana’s Injury On October 11The BCB will assess Nahid Rana’s condition on October 11 to determine his availability for the upcoming West Indies Test series. The fast bowler has suffered another setback while recovering from an earlier injury.“Rana will have an assessment tomorrow (October 11), and only then will we get a clear picture of his injury status,” a member of Bangladesh's selection panel told Cricbuzz.The selection panel member added that the BCB hopes Nahid Rana will be available for the series. However, his participation in both Tests or only one will depend on his fitness and medical clearance.ALSO READBangladesh ODI Squad For Tri-Series vs Afghanistan, Zimbabwe Announced, Litton Das ReturnsNahid Rana’s Fresh Injury Raises Concerns Over West Indies TestsNahid Rana was closing in on a comeback after sustaining a grade-two side strain during Bangladesh’s tour of Zimbabwe earlier this year. The injury forced the fast bowler to miss the Australia tour, the Asian Games and the ongoing one-off Test against Afghanistan.Rana’s comeback plans have suffered another blow after he sustained a fresh injury to his glute region during rehabilitation. The latest setback has ruled him out of the ODI tri-series involving Afghanistan and Zimbabwe in UAE, further delaying his return to action.The BCB is also looking into the cause of Rana’s persistent glute pain, with a possible cyst suspected in the affected area. The fast bowler could be sent to Qatar’s Aspetar Hospital for further assessment.With the West Indies Test series fast approaching, Nahid Rana faces a race against time to regain fitness for Bangladesh. The first Test begins in Dhaka on October 28, followed by the second in Sylhet on November 5, with both matches part of the ICC World Test Championship.ALSO READPakistan vs Sri Lanka Powerplay and Death Over Specialists- 2nd T20I, SL Tour of PAK 2026
