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Bangladesh are hopeful that fast bowler Taskin Ahmed will recover in time for their upcoming Test series in Sri Lanka. The 30-year-old has been undergoing rehabilitation for an Achilles injury but won't require surgery. Team doctors are optimistic about his progress, targeting a June return. Taskin last played for Bangladesh in the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year.

Key Points: Bangladesh Optimistic on Taskin Ahmed's Return for Sri Lanka Tests

  • Taskin Ahmed recovering from Achilles injury
  • Expected return for Sri Lanka Tests
  • Non-surgical rehab plan in place
  • Key bowler for Bangladesh in all formats
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Bangladesh remain optimistic on fitness of Taskin Ahmed

Bangladesh pace spearhead Taskin Ahmed is expected to recover from injury in time for the ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka in June.

"The specialists believe that a conservative, non-surgical approach is the best course of action for Taskin at this time. - Dr. Debashish Chowdhury"

Dhaka, May 7

Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed is expected to make his international cricket comeback during the team's multi-format tour of Sri Lanka in June, after having played his last international match during the ICC Champions Trophy in February, the ICC's official website reported.

Bangladesh are confident that pace spearhead Taskin Ahmed will be fit to return to action for next month's ICC World Test Championship series in Sri Lanka. The Asian side will travel to Sri Lanka for a multi-format series that commences next month, with the two-match Test series the highlight as the teams start the next World Test Championship cycle.

While Taskin has been battling an Achilles tendon injury and missed Bangladesh's recent two-match Test series at home against Zimbabwe, there is internal optimism that the right-armer will be fit to return to action next month and feature against Sri Lanka.

Taskin recently met with specialists in London to determine the next step in his recovery, and the 30-year-old was advised he would not need surgery to fix his troublesome area.

While Bangladesh's upcoming white-ball series against UAE and Pakistan has been deemed too soon for Taskin, it is hoped he will be fit to return in time to take on Sri Lanka with the first Test between the two teams taking place from June 17 in Galle.

"The specialists believe that a conservative, non-surgical approach is the best course of action for Taskin at this time," Bangladesh senior physician Debashish Chowdhury said via a statement as quoted by ICC.

"The rehabilitation programme is tailored to gradually restore his fitness and manage the tendon condition effectively. We are optimistic about his progress."

"Taskin is expected to regain match fitness by early June, pending successful completion of his rehabilitation," the statement concluded.

Taskin last featured for Bangladesh in a group stage match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and is considered a vital part of the team's pace attack in all formats.

Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka schedule

17-21 June, 1st Test, Galle25-29 June, 2nd Test, Colombo

2 July, 1st ODI, Colombo5 July, 2nd ODI, Colombo8 July, 3rd ODI, Pallekele

10 July, 1st T20I, Pallekele13 July, 2nd T20I, Dambulla16 July, 3rd T20I, Colombo.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see Taskin recovering well! Bangladesh's pace attack looks much stronger with him. As an Indian cricket fan, I always enjoy competitive matches between our neighbors. Hope he's fully fit for the Sri Lanka series 🤞
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Priya M.
Achilles injuries can be tricky. Bangladesh should be careful not to rush him back too soon. Remember what happened with Bhuvi when we pushed him too early? Better to miss a series than risk long-term damage.
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Arjun S.
The Galle Test will be interesting! Taskin's return could make Bangladesh more competitive against SL. Though honestly, their batting needs to step up more than their bowling. Still remember how our team dominated there last year 😎
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Sanjana R.
Why is Bangladesh always so dependent on 1-2 players? They need to develop bench strength like India has done. No offense, but this over-reliance on Taskin and Shakib shows their system needs improvement.
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Vikram J.
Hope Taskin recovers fully! Cricket is more fun when all Asian teams are at full strength. Looking forward to some good contests in the Test championship. Bangladesh has improved a lot in recent years - they might surprise SL at home.
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Neha P.
The medical team sounds confident, but I wonder if they're being too optimistic. June is just a month away! As someone who's had tendon issues, I know recovery takes time. Fingers crossed for Taskin though - he's exciting to watch when in form!

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