Bangladesh have unveiled their squad for the primary two T20Is in opposition to Eire, handing wicketkeeper-batter Mahidul Islam Ankon his maiden call-up within the shortest format. The 15-member squad, led by Litton Das, additionally sees the return of all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin, whereas a few common faces miss out. The three-match sequence will happen in Chattogram on November 27, 29 and December 2.
Mahidul Islam Ankon rewarded for latest progress
Ankon’s regular rise throughout codecs has lastly earned him a spot in Bangladesh’s T20I setup. The 26-year-old, who made his Take a look at debut in 2024, not too long ago impressed within the ODI sequence in opposition to West Indies, the place he registered scores of 46, 17 and 6. His means to rotate strike within the center overs and adapt to match conditions has reportedly caught the selectors’ consideration.
Whereas Ankon is but to be examined in T20 internationals, his performances in home T20 competitions — the place he has proven maturity and composure below stress — have strengthened his case. With Bangladesh seeking to widen their pool of wicketkeeper-options, the Eire sequence presents a well timed alternative for Ankon to stake a long-term declare.
Mohammad Saifuddin returns, Taskin Ahmed and Shamim Hossain overlooked
One other notable inclusion is Saifuddin, who returns to the squad after lacking the West Indies sequence. His absence on that tour was largely because of the return of the common captain, however selectors have reposed religion in Saifuddin’s death-overs expertise and his utility as a lower-order hitter.
Nonetheless, Taskin Ahmed and Shamim Hossain have been omitted from the squad. Taskin is believed to have been rested as he continues to handle his workload forward of a busy worldwide calendar, whereas Shamim’s inconsistent run with the bat seems to have labored in opposition to him.
The selectors have as a substitute opted for a mixture of tempo choices, together with Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and the returning Saifuddin — giving the administration a number of mixtures to discover.
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Balanced squad as Bangladesh eye sturdy begin
The squad additionally options a number of younger batting abilities similar to Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon and Towhid Hridoy, with skilled campaigners like Litton, Mahedi Hasan and Nasum Ahmed offering stability.
The management group stays unchanged, with Litton persevering with as captain and Saif Hassan serving as vice-captain. Their roles turn into much more essential as Bangladesh look to construct momentum earlier than greater assignments later within the season.
Bangladesh squad for Eire T20Is: Litton Kumer Das (Captain), Saif Hassan (Vice Captain), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Nurul Hasan, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin
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