Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan said he is almost certain he will not return home for a farewell test against South Africa next week following public anger over his silence during deadly protests in the country.

Shakib Al Hasan is unlikely to return to Bangladesh for what was expected to be his final Test match, citing "security concerns."

Retiring ex-skipper Shakib Al Hasan told local media Thursday he was not returning to Bangladesh because of "a security issue", potentially missing what he says will be his final match for his country.