Litton Kumer Das Included in Bangladesh Squad for the First Test Against Australia
Dhaka, August 1
Litton Kumer Das has been included in the Bangladesh squad for the first Test against Australia, scheduled to begin in Darwin on August 13, following progress in his recovery from a left calf injury.
The 31-year-old batsman has been sidelined since June due to the injury, but has responded well to his rehabilitation programme and will be in consideration for selection for the opening Test. He will fly to Darwin on Sunday to join the squad, according to a press release from BCB.
Squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Soumya Sarkar, Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mushfiqur Rahim, Amite Hasan, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice Captain), Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Syed Khaled Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Musfik Hasan, Litton Kumer Das.
Earlier on Wednesday, the experienced wicketkeeper-batter Das was appointed Bangladesh's new ODI captain as the team begins preparations for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup next year.
Das succeeds Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who had led the side since June 2025 but was replaced following Bangladesh's 2-1 ODI series defeat away to Zimbabwe earlier this month.
Under Miraz's leadership since taking over in June 2025, the Tigers won 10 matches and lost nine out of 20. During his tenure, Bangladesh showed big progress, recording series victories over West Indies, Pakistan, Australia and New Zealand at home.
Das, who is already leading Bangladesh in the T20Is, now takes over the ODI format as well. He has previously captained the ODI team standing in and has three wins from seven in the 50-over format.
An experienced campaigner, Das has represented Bangladesh in 104 ODIs, aggregating 2869 runs at an average of 30.84 and a strike rate of 85.51, with five centuries and 14 fifties to his name.
Bangladesh schedule on tour of Australia
6-8 August: 3-day Match Against Cricket Australia XI at DXC Arena, Darwin
13-17 August: First Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin
22-26 August: Second Test at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I'm glad Litton has recovered from his injury. But I do think there's a lot of pressure on him now with the ODI captaincy. Leading the T20 side is one thing, but the 50-over format with the World Cup coming up is a different ball game. Hope he handles it well.
Bangladesh's rise in Test cricket has been remarkable. Beating Australia and New Zealand at home recently shows how much they've improved. Litton's return only strengthens the side. The Aussie bowlers better be ready for a tough contest in Darwin! 💪
It will be interesting to see how Bangladesh performs away from home. Their recent success has been mostly at home. Litton's leadership and batting will be key. He's a class player, no doubt, but Test cricket in Australia is a different beast.
Honestly, I feel for Mehidy Hasan Miraz. He did a decent job as captain, winning series against top teams. Being replaced right after one bad series seems a bit harsh. But that's the nature of the game. Wishing Litton all the best though!
Litton Das is a class act! His aggressive batting style will be perfect against the Australian pace attack. With him back in the squad, Bangladesh's batting looks a lot more solid. Can't wait to watch the series. 🏏🔥
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