The Bangladesh team will play a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in October, and the Bangladesh ODI squad for this series has been announced. Saif Hassan, who has performed brilliantly in T20 cricket, has been included in the ODI team for the first time.
Sports News: The Bangladesh cricket team is set to play a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in October. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has officially announced the ODI squad for this. By including new players in this squad, the team has given an opportunity to young talents. Notably, Saif Hassan, who has performed brilliantly in T20s, has earned a spot in the ODI team for the first time. Meanwhile, Nurul Hassan has returned to the ODI team after two years.
Saif Hassan's Explosive Entry
Saif Hassan had attracted everyone's attention with his excellent batting in the T20 Asia Cup 2025. In the Super-4 stage, he played innings of 61 against Sri Lanka and 69 against India. Additionally, he scored an unbeaten 23 runs off 13 balls against Afghanistan, leading his team to victory. Considering his performance in domestic cricket, the selectors have included him in the ODI team.
Liton Das and Parvez Hossain Emon Out
Liton Das, the team's regular T20 captain, did not find a place for the ODI series. He will not be able to play in this series due to an injury sustained during the Asia Cup 2025. Furthermore, Parvez Hossain Emon has also not been included in the team. This time, the captaincy of Bangladesh has been handed to Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Some players have faced difficulties joining the team immediately due to visa-related issues.
Mohammad Naim, who has been selected for the team, is currently in Dhaka due to a delay in his UAE visa. Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Hasan Mahmud, Tanvir Islam, and Nahid Rana are also expected to join the team soon.
Match Schedule and ODI Team
The first ODI match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan will be played on October 8th at the Abu Dhabi ground. The second match will be held on October 11th, and the third match on October 14th. All three matches will be played at the Abu Dhabi ground.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Captain), Tanzid Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Saif Hassan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, and Nahid Rana.
