In a thrilling prelude to a clash of cricketing titans, Afghanistan and Bangladesh are primed to face off in a riveting three-match ODI series. The venerable Sharjah Cricket Stadium will be the battleground for this encounter, with matches lined up on the 6th, 9th, and 11th of November.
For the Tigers, the atmosphere is buzzing as they unveil their squad, entrusting Najmul Hossain Shanto with the captaincy. Notably absent from the lineup is the illustrious Shakib Al Hasan, who has been sidelined following statements from BCB chief Faruque Ahmed, emphasizing the need for the all-rounder to reclaim his form before re-entering the international arena.
The anticipation mounts as left-handed batsman Zakir Hasan and the crafty left-arm spinner Nasum Ahmed are welcomed back into the fold, alongside Soumya Sarkar, making a timely return to the fray. With the seasoned duo Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah Riyad leading from the front, Bangladesh looks to leverage their experience in this high-stakes series.
On the flip side, Afghanistan strides onto the field riding a wave of confidence, fresh from a spirited victory over South Africa in their recent ODI series. Their spin bowling arsenal, featuring luminaries like Rashid Khan, Nangeyalia Kharote, Allah Ghazanfar, and the ever-reliable Mohammad Nabi, promises to be formidable, capable of turning matches with a mere flick of the wrist.
In the batting department, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Azmatullah Omarzai have established themselves as consistent performers, while Sediqullah Atal adds depth, having shone brightly as the top run-scorer in the Men’s Emerging Asia Cup held in Oman. This dynamic ensemble hints at an electrifying showdown.
When to Tune In for the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series?
Mark your calendars and set your alarms—this eagerly awaited series kicks off at 3:30 PM IST, which translates to 2:00 PM local time and 10:00 AM GMT.
Where to Catch the Action?
While the series won’t be gracing your television screens, the live streaming of the matches will be available exclusively on the Fancode app, ensuring that fans can stay connected to every ball bowled and run scored.
Squads for the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series
Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi, Rahmat Shah, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ikram Alikhil, Abdul Malik, Riaz Hassan, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Nangeyalia Kharote, Allah Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran, Fareed Ahmad
Bangladesh: Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Zakir Hasan, Nazmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hassan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana
Schedule for the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series
| Date | Day | Match | Venue | Match Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 06 | Wed | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 03:30 PM |
| Nov 09 | Sat | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 03:30 PM |
| Nov 11 | Mon | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 3rd ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 03:30 PM |
As the countdown commences, cricket enthusiasts brace themselves for what promises to be a spectacular series, replete with drama, skill, and nail-biting excitement!
