The first Test match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka ended in a draw, increasing anticipation for the remaining matches. The second Test will be played on July 25th, followed by a One Day International (ODI) series.
Sports News: Following the Test series against Sri Lanka, the Bangladesh cricket team is gearing up for the ODI format. While the first Test ended in a draw, the second Test is scheduled for July 25th. This will be followed by a three-match ODI series, and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced its ODI squad. Mehdi Hasan Miraz will captain the team, with a mix of experienced and new players selected.
Mehdi Hasan Miraz Appointed Captain
With the retirement of experienced players like Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah from ODIs, Bangladesh was seeking young leadership. Middle-order all-rounder Mehdi Hasan Miraz has been given the captaincy. He has been one of the team's most reliable players in recent years, and the board hopes his leadership will bring a new direction.
Return of Naeem Sheikh and Liton Das
The most significant return is that of Naeem Sheikh. Having last played an ODI in 2023, Naeem has scored 95 runs in 8 ODIs, but selectors are confident he has improved his batting. Liton Das, Shamim Patwari, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Hasan Mahmud have also been recalled to the team.
Chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain said, "Naeem has improved technically and mentally. We need five fast bowlers as some players are returning from injury." Soumya Sarkar, struggling with injury and poor form, has been omitted again. His back spasm, which kept him out of the T20 series, remains a concern. Selectors believe he cannot be selected until fully fit.
Bangladesh Squad
Mehdi Hasan Miraz (Captain), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Naeem Sheikh, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Liton Das, Zakir Ali Anick, Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanjim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Hasan Mahmud.
