Mehidy Hasan Miraz to lead 16-member squad in 3-match series at Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi
Bangladesh has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi, including a maiden call-up for right-handed batter Saif Hassan. All-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz retains the captaincy. This series is expected to provide both nations with crucial game time and an early opportunity to assess potential team combinations for the World Cup cycle.
Saif Hassan’s inclusion marks his maiden entry into the 50-over setup, while Nurul Hasan returns to the ODI fold for the first time since 2023.
Regular opener Litton Das has been ruled out as he continues his recovery from a side strain. Parvez Hossain Emon, who featured against Afghanistan in July, has also been dropped.
The upcoming three-match series, which begins on October 8 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, will serve as a crucial preparation phase for both teams as they look ahead to the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. All three fixtures, according to the ICC, will take place at the same venue.
The three-match ODI series will be played with fixtures scheduled for October 8, 11, and 14.
