Simmons confident in young Bangladesh side ahead of Pakistan T20Is
Bangladesh team in Lahore, BCB
Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has shown strong belief in his youthful side as they prepare for the T20I series against hosts Pakistan.
While addressing the media at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Monday, Simmons admitted that the team will be without some of its key players but emphasized their intent to deliver competitive cricket.
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Despite the absence of several senior cricketers, Simmons voiced confidence in the younger players stepping in to fill the void.
“Our squad may lack some experienced names, but the young cricketers included in the team are very talented and have a chance to prove themselves on this stage,” Simmons stated.
“Mustafizur Rahman is one of our key players, but unfortunately, he is not part of the squad for this series. However, this gives us an opportunity to see what our young players can offer. There is a lot of potential in this group.”
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The former West Indies all-rounder acknowledged Pakistan’s strength and said the team is preparing with that challenge in mind. “We are fully aware of the challenge, and we are preparing accordingly,” he said.
Meanwhile, newly-appointed pace bowling coach Shaun Tait and spin coach Mushtaq Ahmed have joined the Bangladesh team in Lahore
