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Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a 16-member test squad for their upcoming series against Sri Lanka, marking the start of the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the team, with notable returns of Litton Das and Ebadot Hossain to the squad. The team will travel to Sri Lanka on June 13, with the first Test scheduled in Galle on June 17. The tour includes two Tests, followed by ODI and T20I matches, concluding on July 16.

Key Points: Shanto Leads Bangladesh Test Squad for Sri Lanka Tour

  • Shanto continues as captain for two-match Test series
  • Litton Das returns after injury layoff
  • Ebadot Hossain back in national squad
  • Three players dropped from Zimbabwe series squad
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BCB announces 16-member test squad for two-match series against Sri Lanka

Bangladesh names 16-player squad for crucial ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka in June-July 2024

"Our team is ready to compete in the new World Test Championship cycle - Najmul Hossain Shanto"

New Delhi June 5

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka on Thursday, which kicks off Bangladesh's campaign in the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, according to the ICC website.

Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue to lead the side. The 25-year-old top-order batter remains at the helm after impressing with his leadership and consistency in the previous WTC cycle, where Bangladesh finished seventh.

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das makes his return to the squad after missing the last series due to injury. Fast bowler Ebadot Hossain, who has been out of international action since July 2023, is also back in the mix. Additionally, left-arm spinner Hasan Murad and right-arm pacer Nahid Rana have earned recalls.

Three players from the squad that featured in the recent home Test series against Zimbabwe have missed out on selection this time - left-arm spinner Tanvir Islam, fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and opening batter Mahmudul Hasan Joy.

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will kick off the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle. Bangladesh drew their last Test series against Zimbabwe at home in April.

Bangladesh are likely to arrive in Sri Lanka on June 13, with their first Test in Galle starting on June 17. The second Test will be at the Singhalese Sports Club Cricket ground in Colombo, starting on June 25. The Tests will be followed by three ODIs and three T20Is, with the tour ending on July 16, according to a report from ESPNcricinfo.

Bangladesh Test Squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque Bijoy, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Kumer Das, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice-Captain), Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Hasan Murad, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, Syed Khaled Ahmed.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see Ebadot Hossain back in the squad! His pace attack was missed in the last series. Bangladesh cricket has improved so much in recent years - they're no longer pushovers in Tests. Hope they give Sri Lanka a tough fight. 🇧🇩🏏 #TestCricket
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Priya M.
Interesting squad selection. Litton Das's return strengthens their batting, but I'm surprised they dropped Tanzim Hasan Sakib after his decent performance against Zimbabwe. Bangladesh needs to be more consistent with player selection to build team chemistry.
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Arjun S.
As an Indian cricket fan, I always enjoy watching our neighbors play good cricket. Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka matches have become quite competitive lately. Hope this series helps both teams prepare better for future matches against India. The spin battle in Galle will be exciting!
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Sneha R.
The inclusion of Hasan Murad and Nahid Rana shows Bangladesh is investing in young talent. But I worry about their batting lineup - too dependent on Shanto and Mushfiqur. They need to find more reliable batsmen if they want to compete in the WTC. Still, best of luck to both teams!
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Vikram J.
Bangladesh drawing against Zimbabwe at home was disappointing. They need to step up their game in this WTC cycle. The Galle Test will be crucial - Sri Lanka is always strong at home. Hope we get to see some thrilling cricket! 🏏
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Neha P.
The schedule is quite packed with Tests followed by ODIs and T20Is. Hope players don't get fatigued. Good to see Bangladesh prioritizing Test cricket though - that's where real skills are tested. Maybe BCCI should take note and schedule more Tests for India too!

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