
next bangladeshWon 2-1 after a tough fight in the recently concluded ODI series against new zealandThe focus has now shifted to the shortest format. The three-match T20 series will begin tomorrow at the Bir Shrestho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Cricket Stadium in Chattogram.
The series marks a significant comeback for the “Bengal Tigers”, who are playing their first T20I of 2026 after missing the T20 World Cup due to domestic administrative decisions.
led by Liton DasAfter capturing the ODI trophy, Bangladesh is entering this series with high morale. Their record on home soil is strong, especially in Chattogram, where their spinners like Rishad Hussain And Nasum Ahmed Expected to thrive on slick surfaces. inclusion of explosives Parvez Hussain Emon And the return of Mohammad Saifuddin adds much-needed depth to their fast bowling all-rounder slot.
New Zealand travel with a largely inexperienced team under experienced leadership Tom Latham. While many “superstars” are missing currently busy with the IPL, they still boast dangerous T20 potential Tim Robinson And Dean Foxcroft (Who was the player of the match in the first ODI). characteristic of their fast attack ben sears And ben listerWill try to take advantage of the morning moisture and coastal breeze.
New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026: T20 schedule
| date | matching details | Time (IST, GMT and Local) |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Apr 27 2026 | 1st t20i bangladesh vs new zealand Venue: Bir Shrestho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram |
1:30 PM IST / 8:00 AM GMT / 2:00 PM Local |
| Wed, 29 Apr 2026 | 2nd t20i bangladesh vs new zealand Venue: Bir Shrestho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium, Chattogram |
1:30 PM IST / 8:00 AM GMT / 2:00 PM Local |
| Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 3rd t20i bangladesh vs new zealand Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
1:30 PM IST / 8:00 AM GMT / 2:00 PM Local |
squads
New Zealand: Tom Latham (captain/wk), Katy Clarke, Dane Cleaver, Nick Kelly, Bevon Jacobs, Dean Foxcroft, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Ish Sodhi, Ben Sears, Jayden Lennox, Tim Robinson, Ben Lister, Matthew Fisher.
Bangladesh: Tanzeem Hasan Shakib, Saif Hasan, Liton Das (captain/wicketkeeper), Parvez Hossain Emon, Tauheed Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Tanzeed Hasan Tamim, Shoriful Islam, Nurul Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Ripon Mondol, Abdul Ghaffar Saqlain.
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Broadcast and Live Streaming Details
- Bangladesh: T Sports and Nagorik TV; frenzy
- New Zealand: sky nz
- United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland): tnt sports
- India and Nepal: Fancode (OTT)
- Pakistan: PTV Sports; frenzy
- Australia: Fox Cricket; Kayo Sports
- North America and MENA: Digital Sports Central DRM
- Rest of the World: Digital Sports Central DRM DI


