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Soumya Sarkar makes his comeback to the Bangladesh T20I squad after being sidelined with injuries earlier this year. The left-handed batsman replaces captain Litton Das, who's ruled out with a grade 1 abdominal strain suffered during the Asia Cup. Jaker Ali will lead the team in Das's absence despite his recent struggles as a finisher. The three-match T20I series against Afghanistan kicks off on October 2 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

Key Points: Soumya Sarkar Returns to Bangladesh T20I Squad for Afghanistan Series

  • Litton Das ruled out with grade 1 abdominal muscle strain from Asia Cup injury
  • Soumya Sarkar returns after last playing T20I in December 2024
  • Jaker Ali to captain despite struggling as finisher in recent matches
  • Three-match T20I series against Afghanistan begins October 2 in Sharjah
  • Bangladesh seeks redemption after previous T20I losses at Sharjah venue
  • Squad retains most Asia Cup players with Sarkar as key addition
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Soumya Sarkar returns to Bangladesh squad for T20I series against Afghanistan

Soumya Sarkar replaces injured captain Litton Das in Bangladesh's T20I squad for Afghanistan series, with Jaker Ali to lead the team in Sharjah.

"He is undergoing recovery and will not be available for the T20 series. The medical team will continue to manage his rehab and monitor his progress. - Bayjedul Islam"

New Delhi, September 28

Soumya Sarkar returns to Bangladesh's T20I squad for the Afghanistan series, replacing injured captain Litton Das, who suffered a side strain during the Asia Cup. Jaker Ali will lead the team in Das's absence.

The squad retains most players from the Asia Cup, with Sarkar's inclusion a notable addition, given his recent form in the National Cricket League. The series against Afghanistan begins on October 2 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, according to ESPNcricinfo.

Bangladesh's team physio Bayjedul Islam did not specify a timeframe for Litton's return. "He (Litton Das) had missed the last two matches of the Asia Cup with a side strain. An MRI scan has revealed a grade 1 strain on the left abdominal muscle," Bayjedul said. "He is undergoing recovery and will not be available for the T20 series. The medical team will continue to manage his rehab and monitor his progress."

Sarkar last played a T20I in December 2024 during Bangladesh's tour of the West Indies and had been sidelined due to injuries that forced him out of the T20I series against the UAE and Pakistan earlier this year.

Meanwhile, Jaker Ali, who led the team in the absence of Litton Das during Bangladesh's last two Asia Cup matches against India and Pakistan, struggled to make an impact as a finisher, scoring single-digit runs in his last three games.

Despite his modest performance, averaging 23.66 with a strike rate of 107.57 in the Asia Cup, Jaker will captain the side in the upcoming series against Afghanistan.

Bangladesh will play three T20Is against Afghanistan on October 2, 3 and 5 - their second T20I series in Sharjah. They had lost to the hosts, the UAE, 2-1 in May and also lost a T20I against Afghanistan in 2022 at the venue.

Bangladesh squad: Jaker Ali (Capt), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin, Soumya Sarkar.

- ANI

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Priya S
Not sure about Jaker Ali as captain though. His Asia Cup performance was quite disappointing. Bangladesh needs stronger leadership against Afghanistan, who are becoming a formidable T20 side.
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Rohit P
Sharjah has been a tough ground for Bangladesh recently. Lost to UAE and now facing Afghanistan there again. Hope they've learned from past mistakes. The bowling attack looks decent with Mustafizur and Taskin.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see how this series goes! Afghanistan has some amazing spinners who could trouble the Bangladesh batsmen. Should be a competitive series! 🤔
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Michael C
Litton Das's absence is a big blow for Bangladesh. He's their most consistent batsman. Hope he recovers soon from that abdominal strain. Grade 1 injuries can be tricky if not managed properly.
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Ananya R
Bangladesh cricket has so much potential but they need to be more consistent. This series against Afghanistan is crucial for their confidence building. All the best to both teams! 🏆

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