London: Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza feels sorry for all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan after his side's defeat to Pakistan by 94-runs in their last league match of the World Cup.
Speaking about their match against Pakistan, Mortaza said they had a 50-50 chance to win Friday's game but no one could provide enough support to Shakib Al Hasan.
"Shakib batted so well but we couldn't get partnerships. I think we could've chased it, but partnerships were missing. I want to say sorry for Shakib, if we stepped up, the tournament could've been different. He batted, bowled and fielded well, he was fantastic," Mortaza said.
"We are not satisfied (with the result). We could've finished the World Cup on a good note, but at the end of the day, we've had a 50-50 World Cup. You give your 100%, and sometimes you need a bit of luck - but it's never been with us.
He also said that their fielding was not up to the mark in the tournament but lavishly praised pacer Mustafizur Rahman.
"Some important matches, our fielding wasn't good. It cost us a lot. Batting was fantastic. Mustafizur, starting from his career, he was unplayable. He got injured, but since our Ireland tour, he's been really good. Hopefully no injuries for him in the future. He is a real asset for Bangladesh cricket," he said.
Talking about his own career, Mortaza said, "I will go home and rethink of my career, and then make a final call. Thanks to all supporters - present all over the ground and back home. They keep supporting us. Hopefully next time we will make them happy.
