With the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup appearing on the horizon, both Bangladesh and Pakistan enter this three-match ODI series in Dhaka looking to solidify new combinations. This tour marks a significant transitional phase for Pakistan, who have arrived with a refreshed squad, while Bangladesh look to assert dominance at their fortress in Mirpur.
The big story for Pakistan is the absence of Babar Azam, who was omitted as selectors pivot toward the next World Cup cycle. Under the leadership of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan have named six uncapped players, including exciting prospects like Shamyl Hussain and Abdul Samad. With veteran Mohammad Rizwan providing the backbone, the Men in Green are clearly testing their bench strength in subcontinent conditions.
The Tigers, led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, are formidable at home. While they are missing the injured Hasan Mahmud and Tanzim Hasan Sakib, the recall of Afif Hossain adds depth to a middle order that includes the experienced Litton Das and Najmul Hossain Shanto. For Miraz, this series is a chance to prove his tactical mettle as a full-time leader.
Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2026: ODI fixtures
- 1st ODI: March 11, 2026, Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, 1:45 PM IST/ 08:15 AM GMT / 02:15 PM LOCAL
- 2nd ODI: March 13, 2026, Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, 1:45 PM IST/ 08:15 AM GMT / 02:15 PM LOCAL
- 3rd ODI: March 15, 2026, Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, 1:45 PM IST/ 08:15 AM GMT / 02:15 PM LOCAL
Squads:
Pakistan: Shaheen Afridi (c), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Hussain Talat, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha, Shamyl Hussain.
Bangladesh: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tawhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Afif Hossain, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana
Broadcast and Live Streaming details
- USA: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here)
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- India: Fancode
- Pakistan: PTV Sports, A Sports
- Bangladesh: T Sports, Nagorik TV
- New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ
- Australia: Fox Sports, Amazon Prime
- South Africa: SuperSport
