Bangladesh ready to face challenging Pakistan in T20I series opener
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Following a disappointing series loss to the UAE, the Bangladesh national T20 team, led by captain Litton Das, has arrived in Pakistan to take on the hosts in a three-match T20I series. The first match is set to be played tomorrow at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
Speaking ahead of the series, Litton acknowledged the strength of the opposition and the challenge that lies ahead.
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“We had a good training session and are now familiar with the local conditions. The players are excited and focused for the series. Everyone understands how challenging Pakistan can be, especially at home,” Litton said in a statement released by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Frontline fast bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman are nursing injuries while new pace sensation Nahid Rana withdrew from the tour over security fears following the cross-border conflict between India and Pakistan.
Highlighting the importance of the series, Litton added, “This series presents a great opportunity for every player to prove themselves. With the T20 World Cup coming up next year, we are experimenting with some new combinations, and this tour is a key part of that preparation.”
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Bangladesh have won just four of their last 12 T20Is and lost series against lower-ranked United States (2024) and United Arab Emirates earlier this month.
The conflict put the tour in doubt but Bangladesh finally agreed to play three T20Is instead of the scheduled five.
