In a significant reshuffle ahead of a busy cricket calendar, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) A strong ODI team has been unveiled for the upcoming three -match series Sri Lanka Under the leadership of Mehidi Hasan MirazThe ODI squad witnessed the return of a star senior batsman amid five changes, marking a strategic move to balance the experience with emerging talent.
Litton Das returns to ODI setup
Bangladesh veteran Litton DasThe ODI team has been called back to the recent patch with the bat. Chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hussain Emphasized that Litton’s return stems not only from his previous contribution, but also from his new leadership responsibilities as T20I captain.
“Litton Das was in a poor patch, but time is the best ointment. He is the T20 captain, so we can consider it until the next T20 World Cup. If someone has to return to form, it is best to spend a long time in the middle.
Fresh face in ODI squad for Sri Lanka series
In addition to Litton, the selectors are brought back Mohammad name And Shamim hussainWhile left hand spinner Tanveer Islam And pacer Hasan Mahmud Have also earned your spots. Naim returns to ODI fold for the first time since September 2023. For Tanveer, it marks its first ODI call-up, which was first shown in six T20s. The additions reflect Bangladesh’s efforts to widen their pool ahead of upcoming global events and reward domestic association.
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Five-motion strategy to manage the charge of Star Pacors
Recently accepting the failures of injury, especially Taskin Ahmed And Mustafizur RahmanThe selectors have included five pacers in the ODI team to ensure a buffer for charge management. Nahid RanaAnother exciting young quick, also lives in the setup, but will be closely monitored.
“We have included five fast bowlers on the ODI side as Mustafizur and Taskin are returning from injuries. We are also alert to Nahid Rana’s charge management, so we have made enough options to choose from,” Couple Ashraf.
In particular, an ODI series of three matches between the two teams is scheduled for July 2, 5 and 8. The first two matches of Colombo’s R. Premdasa will be played at the Stadium, while the final ODI will be in Pallekele. With the World Cup preparation intensifying, the series serves as an important platform for players to stake their claims.
Bangladesh squad for Sri Lanka Odis
- Captain: Mehidi Hasan Miraz
- Batsman: Tanjid Hasan, Parvez Hussain Imon, Mohammad Nime, Najmul Hussain Shunto, Tohid Hridoy
- Wicketkeepers: Litton Das, Zakar Ali
- All -rounders: Shamim Hussain, Rishad Hussain, Tanveer Islam
- Passes: Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Tanjim Hasan, Nahid Rana, Hasan Mahmood
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