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What you need to keep in mind during Bangladesh-Australia Women’s cricket series
The Australian women's cricket team has arrived in Dhaka, ready to take on the Bangladesh women's team in a historic series starting on March 21.
This marks Australia's first full tour of Bangladesh. Their previous visit was in 2014 for the ICC T20I World Cup, and they have never played an ODI in Bangladesh.
While the first ODI is on March 21, the other two are on March 24 and 27, respectively. After the ODI series, the teams will take on each other in a three-match T20I series, too, on March 31, April 2, and 4. All the matches will be played at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
The first match of the three-match ODI series will be Australia's first ODI in Bangladesh. In their only previous ODI encounter two years ago, Australia won by 65 runs.
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Bangladesh's inclusion in the ICC Women's Championship has created the opportunity for this series against Australia. Bangladesh recently won an ODI against South Africa, boosting their confidence for the upcoming challenge.
Their recent home success, including a win against Pakistan and a tied series with India, further strengthens Bangladesh's confidence.
Bangladesh's conditions may offer a unique challenge to the Australian players, many of whom are playing in Bangladesh for the first time. Only Captain Alyssa Healy and veteran Ellyse Perry have previous experience in Bangladesh, and that was a decade ago.
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However, some Australian players have recently participated in the Women's Premier League (WPL) in India, where they experienced conditions similar to those in Bangladesh.
Australia squad for Bangladesh tour 2024: Alyssa Healy (captain), Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vice captain), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Tayla Vlaeminck
Bangladesh squad against Australia series 2024: Nigar Sultana (captain), Nahida Akter (vice captain), Fargana Hoque, Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Disha Biswas, Sumaiya Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Farzana Akter, Rabeya Khan
Bangladesh-Sri Lanka T20I series can be watched from anywhere in the world
Just a few days after the conclusion of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 10th season, Bangladesh cricketers are back on the field as they are set to face Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series starting on Monday (March 04, 2024). Fans around the globe can tune in to watch this series promising exciting cricket.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that spectators in Bangladesh can enjoy live coverage of the series on two TV channels — GTV and T-Sports — and can also stream the action on the go via the Rabbithole and T-Sports apps.
Sri Lankan fans can catch the series live on Siyatha TV, with streaming options available through Dialog TV. In India, viewers can follow the action on the FanCode OTT platform.
Bangladesh-Sri Lanka T20I series kicks off Monday
For fans in 27 countries across the Middle East and North Africa, the series will be broadcast on STARZPLAY, eLife, and Cricbuzz, with Cricbuzz also available in 10 countries in Southeast Asia.
Astro will broadcast the series in Malaysia, while Willow will cover it in 23 countries in North America.
For fans in other parts of the world, the series will be available on the Rabbithole and T-Sports YouTube channels, ensuring global access to the matches.
The first match of the T20I series is scheduled for Monday, March 4, with the remaining two matches taking place on March 6 and 9 in Sylhet. All matches will commence at 6 pm (Bangladesh time). Following the T20I series, both teams will head to Chattogram, Bangladesh’s main port city, for a three-match ODI series.
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Bangladesh Men’s T20I Cricket in 2023: Performance Analysis
In the year 2023, Bangladesh improved significantly in the T20 format. Bangladesh played most of their matches at home, gaining a slight advantage over the opposition, which might have played a role in defeating their opponents. Let’s take a look at the T20I performance of Bangladesh Men’s National Squad in 2023.
2023 T20Is by Bangladesh Men’s National Cricket Team
Total Matches
Won
Lost
Draw
N/R
11
08
02
00
01
Bangladesh won 8 out of 11 T20 International matches, lost only 2, and had 1 match with no result. The stats showcase the strong performance of the Tigers in T20I cricket in the year 2023.
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Performance Of Bangladesh Men’s T20I Squad in 2023
The men’s cricket team had accomplished quite a lot in T20I cricket in 2023. This is important, as they need to be at their best rhythm before the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Bangladesh Vs England (3-match T20I Series at home)
Bangladesh started their T20I mission, hosting a 3 match T20I series versus England at Chattogram and Dhaka from 9th to 14th of March.
1st T20I was played on 9th of March, at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
Winning the toss, Tigers decided to bowl first. England scored 156 runs. Phil Salt got dismissed after scoring 38 runs. Butler got out for 67 runs.
Hasan Mahmud took the most, bagging 2 wickets. Rest got 1 wicket each.
Bangladesh chased the total, after skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto picked up a half-century. He was awarded with the man of the match for the knock.
Bangladesh won the match by 6 wickets.
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Second T20I was held on the 12th of March, Shere Bangla Stadium in Mirpur.
England bat first after Bangladesh won the toss.
England was tumbling as wickets were falling in regular intervals. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was excellent with the ball. He picked 4 crucial wickets, restricting England to just 117 runs. Phil Salt and Ben Duckett scored 25 and 28 runs separately.
Bangladesh came to bat, losing 3 wickets for just 56 runs. Shanto steered the team with Miraz, putting up a pair of 41 runs. Miraz was dismissed, scoring 20 runs. Shanto scored an unbeaten 46 runs from 47 balls. Mehidy claimed the man of the match award.
Bangladesh beat England by 4 wickets.
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Last T20I was played in the same venue on 14th of March.
England won the toss, and decided to bowl first. Bangladesh innings began with Litton Das' batting, scoring 73 runs, giving the momentum to score a total of 158. Nazmul hossain Shanto was impressive once again, scoring an unbeaten 47 runs.
On England’s batting side, Dawid and Butler both scored 53 and 40 individually at the end.
Taskin picked up 2 wickets, whereas Tanvir, Mustafizur and Shakib bagged 1 wicket each. Litton Das got the man of the match award.
England lost the match by 16 runs.
Scoring over 144 runs, Shanto received the man of the series award for his consistent batting.
Bangladesh won the series against England at 3-0.
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Bangladesh Vs Ireland (3-match T20I Series at Home)
Bangladesh played a series of 3 matches against Ireland. All the matches were played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
1st T20I was played on March 27, Ireland won the toss and chose to bowl.
Bangladesh scored a total of 207 before the last 4 balls after rain interrupted the match. Litton Das and Rony Talukdar scored 47 and 67 runs each.
The match was revised for 104 runs in 8 overs due to the rain delay. Ireland were unable to chase the total, losing the match by 22 runs under Dls method. Taskin got the man of the match award, after bowling a fiery spell, taking 4 wickets to close out the match.
The 2nd T20I played on March 29, Ireland chose to bowl after winning the toss. Bangladesh scored 202 runs in 17 overs. Litton Das scored 83 runs, while Rony Talukdar scored 44 runs.
Ireland only scored 125 runs, losing the match by 77 runs. Shakib was brilliant, taking 5, with Taskin taking 3 wickets to seal the deal.
3rd T20I was played on March 31, Bangladesh won the toss and decided to bat first.
Bangladesh were all out for 124 runs, Shamim scored 51 runs. Ireland chased down the small total, with 6 overs and 7 wickets to spare. Paul Stirling scored the most 77 runs and ended the series losing 2-1.
Bangladesh won the series against Ireland at 2-1.
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Bangladesh Vs Afghanistan (2 Match T20I Series at Home)
Bangladesh played a T20I series of two matches, at Sylhet International Stadium in Sylhet.
Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl in the first T20I on 14 of July. Afghanistan scored 154 runs, Nabi scoring an unbeaten 54 runs, while Omarzai contributed with a quick 33 runs. Shakib picked up 2 wickets, rest got 1 each.
Bangladesh pulled up a victory before Towhid Hridoy’s unbeaten 47 run knock. Shamim also contributed, scoring 33 runs before getting dismissed.
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Bangladesh decided to bowl first in the last T20I on the 16 of July.
Afghanistan scored 116 runs in 17 overs. Azmatullah Omarzai scored the highest of 25 runs. With 3 wickets, Taskin was the leading wicket taker, while Shakib and Mustafizur took 2 wickets each.
After the interruption of rain, Bangladesh chased the revised target of 119 runs with 6 wickets. Litton Das and Afif Hossain scored 35 and 24 runs each, helping the team to get a comprehensive win.
Bangladesh won the series against Afghanistan at 2-0.
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Bangladesh Vs New Zealand (3 Match T20I Series Away)
Bangladesh played their first T20I on December 27 at Mclean Park in Napier.
Bangladesh won the toss and decided to field first.
New Zealand scored 134/9. James Neesham was the top scorer with 48 runs. Shoriful Islam took 3 wickets. Mustafizur and Mahedi picked up 2 wickets each, while Rishad and Sakib bagged 1 respectively.
Bangladesh chased the total, with 5 wickets in hand. Litton Das played an matured innings of 42, alongside Soumya’s 22 and Mahedi’s 19 valuable runs. Sheikh Mahedi Hasan was the man of the match for his all-round performance.
On December 29, Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl in the second T20I. New Zealand were 72 for 2 in 11 over, before rain interrupted the match, eventually getting canceled. Shoriful was impressive, taking a wicket early in the match.
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On December 31, both teams played their last international T20 match of 2023.
The BlackCaps won the toss and decided to bowl. Batting first, Bangladesh only scored 110 runs. Shanto and Hridoy scored 17 and 16 each.
New Zealand took the victory, after they scored 95 runs in 14. 4 over, before rain interruption. The game could not go further, and Kiwis won by 17 as per the DLS method.
Finn Allen, scored 38 runs. Mitchell Santner was awarded with the man of the match, after an impressive bowling and batting display, taking 4 wickets and scoring 18 runs in the end of the innings. Mahedi and Shoriful took 2 wickets each.
The 2023 BAN vs NZ 3-match T20I series ended in a draw with a 1-1 score.
Final Words
In 2023, Team Tigers played a total of 11 matches in T20 Internationals. They won 8 out of their 11 matches, losing only 2, and 1 match was abandoned due to rain.
Bangladesh announced their approach for the shortest format and looked forward to the next big event, the ICC T20 World Cup, which will be played at the West Indies and USA in June 2024.
Lot of exciting matches are coming up this year, fans are waiting to see the Tigers’ play and perform on the world stage.
It is expected that Bangladesh would be determined to play the same brand of cricket as they played since last year in the T20I format.
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Bangladesh National Cricket Team’s Future Tour Program by ICC in 2024
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the FTP (Future Tour Program) for the next 4 years which starts in 2023 and will end in the year 2027. During this period, Bangladesh Men’s Cricket Team will play over 150 matches.
Tigers will start their international campaign, after playing BPL (Bangladesh Premier League), a franchise cricket league organized by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), starting from the 19th of January to the 1st Of March.
This article will discuss the complete FTP schedule of the Bangladesh Cricket Team for 2024.
Breakdown Of 2024 FTP of Bangladesh Men’s Cricket Team
In 2024, Bangladesh Men's Cricket Team will have a very busy schedule, as they will play 14 Tests, 9 ODI, and 17 T2OI (including a T20 World Cup).
It is a big year for the team as they don’t play Test cricket that much.
Also with the big event, the International Twenty20 World Cup, which will take place this year in the West Indies and USA, Bangladesh cricket fans can look forward to another year of exciting cricket.
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Table: Bangladesh Men’s Cricket Team FTP For 2024
Duration
Series
Series Details
Venue
Feb-March 2024
Sri Lanka Tour Of Bangladesh
2 Tests, 3 ODI’s, 3 T20I’s
Bangladesh
April 2024
Zimbabwe Tour Of Bangladesh
2 Tests, 5 T20I’s
Bangladesh
June 2024
ICC T20 World Cup 2024
West Indies, USA
July-August 2024
Bangladesh Tour Of Afghanistan
2 Tests, 3 ODI’s, 3 T20I’s
Afghanistan
Aug-Sep 2024
Bangladesh Tour Of Pakistan
2 Tests
Pakistan
Sep-Oct 2024
Bangladesh Tour Of India
2 Tests 3 T20I’s
India
Oct-Nov 2024
South Africa Tour Of Bangladesh
2 Tests
Bangladesh
Nov - Dec 2024
Bangladesh Tour of West Indies
2 Tests, 3 ODI’s, 3 T20I’s
West Indies
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2023 BAN vs NZ 3rd T20 Preview: Can Tigers Win the Series?
The 2023 T20I series between New Zealand and Bangladesh nears ending through the final match at Mount Maunganui on December 31. Bangladesh hopes to win their first T20I series in New Zealand after a historic win in the first match on December 27th and a rain-affected draw in the second which happened on December 29th. Tigers are leading the series 1-0, while the host Kiwis are eager to level the series.
Let’s take a look at the preview of the final T20I, which promises to be an enthralling battle full of intensity and anticipation.
Preview of Bangladesh vs New Zealand Third T20 Match in 2023
Overview of the 2023 BAN vs NZ 1st T20I
Bangladesh secured their first T20I victory on New Zealand soil by defeating a difficult target of 135 in Napier.
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand in the first Twenty20 international at McLean Park. Shoriful Islam's outstanding bowling performance, which included three crucial wickets, was instrumental in restricting New Zealand to their lowest T20I total at home — 134 for 9.
Litton Das played an unbeaten innings of 42 of 36 balls. Besides, Mahedi Hasan played a key role in Bangladesh's successful chase, scoring a quick 19 runs off 16 balls leading the side to victory.
Shoriful Islam was outstanding, taking two early crucial wickets, eventually ending with 3 wickets and was critical in limiting New Zealand to their lowest T20I total at home.
The bowlers, including Mahedi Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman with 2 wickets each, contributed significantly to Bangladesh's impressive performance.
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Overview of the 2023 BAN vs NZ 2nd T20I
On Friday, December 29, 2023, during the second Twenty20 international match between Bangladesh and New Zealand at Bay Oval, Bangladesh won the toss and decided to bowl.
New Zealand reached 72 for two after batting first. Tanzim Hasan Sakib took a crucial wicket to end Tim Seifert's quick 43. For 2, Shoriful Islam removed Finn Allen.
Due to persistent rain at Bay Oval, the match was called off after 11 overs. The match's cancellation leaves the series undecided, with the final match on Sunday deciding the winner.
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Bangladesh vs New Zealand Head to Head Records in T20I
Matches
Won by New Zealand
Won by Bangladesh
Tied
N/R
19
14
4
00
01
According to the stats, New Zealand has the upper hand with 14 wins in 19 T20I matches gainsta Bangladesh.
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Probable Bangladesh Squad
Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Litton Kumer Das, Rony Talukdar, Tawhid Hridoy, Hossain, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Soumya Sarkar, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice Captain), Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, and Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
Probable New Zealand Squad
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, and Jacob Duffy.
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Final Verdict
Both teams are keen to win the trophy, so the 2023 BAN vs NZ T20 series finale on December 31 is sure to be a competitive match.
Though tigers won the first T20I in the ongoing series, Kiwis are dominating according to stats.
Bangladesh may have the advantage due to their recent success in strange environments, but New Zealand will be competitive due to home advantage and the possibility of important players returning to form.
Bangladesh has a realistic chance to make history by winning the series in New Zealand, but the final result may depend on the weather.
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Preview of BAN Vs NZ T20I Series 2023: Fixtures, Schedule, Key Players, Team
The 3-match ODI series between Bangladesh and New Zealand ended on December 23. Though New Zealand clinched the series, the Tigers won their first-ever ODI against the Kiwis on their home soil. From December 27, a 3-match T20I series between these countries will take place at McLean Park in Napier. Before the series begins, let's have a closer look at the fixture, key players, and teams of the 2023 BAN vs NZ T20 series.
Fixtures of Bangladesh vs New Zealand T20I Series
Table: Schedule and Venues
Match
Date
Time (Bangladesh Time)
Venue
1st T20I
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2023
12:10 pm
McLean Park, Napier
2nd T20I
Friday, Dec 29, 2023
12:10 pm
Mount Maunganui
3rd T20I
Sunday, Dec 31, 2023
06:10 pm
Mount Maunganui
BAN vs NZ T20I Head-to-Head Records
Matches
Won by New Zealand
Won by Bangladesh
Tied
N/R
17
14
3
00
00
The 3 T20I matches that Bangladesh won against New Zealand were held in 2021, where they won the series 3-2 in home ground.
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Preview of BAN vs NZ T20I Series 2023
Since T20 is the shortest format in the international arena, cricket fans are expected to get more explosive batting from the batters. Team Tigers are looking forward to showing their potential, proving that they are a formidable opponent, not just in their home ground, but also on other grounds as well.
Bangladesh will feel a bit more confident, as they won their last two T20I series against England and Afghanistan in Bangladesh, securing a 3-0 and a 2-0 whitewash, which was a rare occasion for a team, who are not consistent in the shortest format.
This series will be a challenging one for Bangladesh, as they are missing some of their key players in the series, whereas the Kiwis announced a strong squad to build momentum for the next T20 World Cup, which will be hosted by West Indies and the USA in 2024.
Missing Players For Bangladesh
Bangladesh does not have some of the team's key players. Shakib Al Hasan, an iconic player, is likely to miss out due to an injury. Speedstar Taskin Ahmed is missing as well, because of his recurring shoulder injury that flared up during the World Cup.
Another senior player on this side, Mahmudullah Riyad, opted to miss out due to personal reasons. Nasum Ahmed, who was a regular name in the T20I side, also missed out due to poor performance in the 2023 ICC World Cup.
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Missing Players For New Zealand
Kane Williamson and Kyle Jamieson, withdrew their names from New Zealand’s T20I squad against Bangladesh, which will start on December 27. Devon Conway is rested for the T20I due to management workload.
Experience bowler Trent Boult made himself unavailable for the selection. Matt Henry, Michael Bracewell, and Lockie Ferguson are also missing out due to injuries.
Key Players in Bangladesh Squad
BCB has already announced a 15-man squad for the upcoming T20I Series against New Zealand, which will begin on December 27.
There are new faces in the squad, also some debutants, while there are others who feature in the side regularly. Now it will be interesting to see how young players made an impact in the Bangladesh Team.
These are some of the key players on the current side, to watch out for.
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Najmul Hossain Shanto, who was recently appointed as the Bangladesh captain for the whole New Zealand white-ball tour, will be one of the players who can create an impact, which will be beneficial for the team.
His prolific batting at the top order made him an integral part of the national side, as Bangladesh is looking to build a strong team ahead of the next T20 World Cup in 2024.
His recent consistent form against difficult opponents like England and Afghanistan gave the side a platform to chase and defend targets which was lacking, for a while in the T20 arena. As he might grow from the captaincy role he got, he will be more focused on continuing his superb form, despite the challenging conditions in New Zealand.
Rishad Hossain
One of the debutants in the current line-up, a leg spinner, will look forward to the upcoming T20Is, as he looks to make a valuable contribution, not only with the bowl but also with the bat in hand.
Recently he made his presence felt when he made his debut in the second ODI, where he hit a six from the first ball he faced, which showed a good sign, for the Tigers, who are also looking for someone, to play the pinch-hitting role, in the lower order. Still early times, but he can be a good asset for the side if he can contribute to the team.
Tanzim Hasan Sakib
A youngster, who played in the U-19 World Cup in 2020, is another prospect for the current national side. He made his international debut a couple of months back and is now proving to be a bright light in the future of Bangladesh cricket.
He bagged 3 wickets in his last ODI, which was the crucial aspect for Bangladesh to knock over New Zealand, and get the victory.
As far as his bowling, he is quite a handful with the bat as well. He can hit a long ball, which sometimes proves vital when putting up a huge total on board.
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Players to watch in New Zealand Squad
New Zealand has put a strong team for the upcoming series against Bangladesh, featuring regular players, alongside some new faces.
Finn Allen
Finn Allen, a fine hitter of the cricket ball, is a promising young batsman from New Zealand who could be the one to look out from the New Zealand dugout.
His ability to score runs will make him a valuable addition to the current T20I side.
He has some stellar batting prowess, against tough opponents, during the T20 World Cup in 2022, which was exactly what the Kiwis wanted, as they were searching for an explosive opener who could give them a quick start, right from the power play.
Glenn Phillips
Glenn Phillips can not only bat, but he can also slog on out for a long distance. He can be quite useful, and more than just a handy right-arm spinner.
Alongside his bat and ball prowess, he is a great fielder. He is the perfect player for T20, where everyone has to be on their toes for the whole innings. As long as he is there on the cricket field, the experience will be truly spectacular, for the cricket fans, on and off the field.
Mitchell Santner
Last but not certainly not least, the recently appointed captain for the Kiwi side, Mitchell Santner. He is one of the few experienced players in the current New Zealand side.
As he led the team in the past, the management trusted him to deliver the goods as the regular captain Kane Williamson was out due to workload management. Apart from the captaincy, he is a very important player for the side.
He can provide crucial breakthroughs with the ball in hand. With his skillful left-arm spin bowling, it would be difficult to play around.
His Batting is also an aspect to keep an eye on. He can play the finisher role in the lower end of the innings, which proved to be more than sufficient if you want to chase down a huge target or put up a huge total.
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Probable Bangladesh Squad
Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Litton Kumer Das, Rony Talukdar, Tawhid Hridoy, Hossain, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Soumya Sarkar, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice Captain), Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, and Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
Probable New Zealand Squad
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, and Jacob Duffy.
Final Words
So far, we have discussed the fixtures, schedule, key players, and probable squad of the 2023 Bangladesh vs New Zealand T20I series.
While both teams are similar in terms of experience, Bangladesh will get the upper hand due to the momentum they got after defeating New Zealand in the last ODI they played.
However, New Zealand is way ahead, winning 14 out of 17 matches when facing Bangladesh. Kiwis will look to bounce back from their recent ODI defeat and would like to start the upcoming T20I series with a win and play their cricket in good spirits.
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Showdown in Trinidad: Decider of the England-West Indies T20I Series
The highly anticipated conclusion to the England tour of West Indies is upon us. With the series poised at 2-2, the final T20 International on December 21 at The Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad & Tobago promises a spectacular finale.
Dramatic Series Unfolds
The series began with West Indies seizing early victories in the first two T20Is, signaling a potential sweep. England, however, roared back with victories in the next two matches, displaying resilience and skill. The series, filled with remarkable performances, has now set the stage for a thrilling decider.
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Key Performances and Turning Points
Andre Russell's return to form was pivotal for West Indies in the opening match at Kensington Oval, Barbados. His three wickets were crucial in restricting England, despite Phil Salt's explosive 40 off 20 balls. The chase, led by Brandon King's brisk start and a crucial seventh-wicket stand, saw West Indies home with four wickets in hand.
The second match showcased the prowess of Brandon King and Rovman Powell, propelling the Caribbean side to a 10-run victory. In contrast, England's comeback was marked by Phil Salt's sensational 109 off 56 balls in the third match and a magnificent 119 off 57 in the fourth, tying the series and setting up a mouthwatering showdown.
England T20I Squad
Jos Buttler, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, Phil Salt, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Rehan Ahmed, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Tymal Mills, Josh Tongue, Adil Rashid, and John Turner Reece Topley.
West Indies T20I Squad
Rovman Powel, Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King, .Nicholas Pooran, Sherfane Rutherford, Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd,Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Johnson Charles, Oshane Thomas, and Gudakesh Motie.
Predictions and Expectations
As the final match looms, excitement builds. Both teams, champions in their own right, are prepared to battle for supremacy. While it's a tight contest, England might just edge out with their current momentum. Expect a thrilling four hours of high-octane cricket, filled with drama and excitement, as future stars and established veterans clash in this epic finale.
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Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Showing Light of Hope
While the Bangladesh men’s cricket team is struggling in World Cup 2023, the Bangladesh women’s cricket team made history by winning a T20 series against Pakistan at home. These young women might not get as much attention as the men’s cricket team, but they show incredible determination, strength, and skill. Even though they do not get the deserved recognition or pay, the Bangladesh women’s cricket team consistently make all-out efforts. Now, it is high time for Bangladesh to focus on women’s cricket too.
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket: Performances in 2023
Bangladesh’s men’s cricket team had faced disappointment three times in the Asia Cup final; the women’s cricket team brought us a championship in the 2018 Asia Cup. Apart from this, Tigressed have other achievements too. Let’s dive deep.
ODI
This year, the Bangladesh Women’s team has played 5 ODIs and won one match against the India Women’s team. Indian team visited Bangladesh in July 2023 for a three-match ODI series. Tigress got their maiden win against India in the first match on July 16, 2023. Bangladesh Women’s team set a target of 152 for 9 in 43 overs, and India was all out for 113 and lost the match by 40 runs. However, Bangladesh lost the next game. Apart from this, Bangladesh also lost a match against Sri Lanka on May 4, 2023. Further, there was one no result against Sri Lanka, and one match was tied against India.
16 years ago, the women’s cricket team entered international cricket through a match against Thailand in Bangkok. After winning the first two matches, Tigresses took part in the ACC Women’s Tournament and won the title that year.
After that, the Bangladesh team led by Salma Khatun did not have to look back. However, in 2011, the Tigresses achieved an important milestone under coach Mamatha Maben. Despite finishing in 5th place in the Women’s World Cup Qualifier held on their own soil, the Bangladesh team won ODI status for the first time.
The Bangladesh women’s cricket team, which entered the top ten in the global rankings, then played a total of 57 ODIs until October 31, 2023, including bilateral and trilateral series. Bangladesh women’s cricket team won 15 ODI matches so far; 5 matches remain without results and tied in one match. Bangladesh women’s team is now ranked eighth in ICC Women’s ODI Rankings.
T20I
The roar of the Tigresses has been felt in the shortest and most popular version of current cricket, T20. The statistics of 42 wins in 107 matches are not very surprising, but once the top position of the ICC T20 ranking was occupied by the Tigresses. Bangladesh women’s cricket team is now ranked ninth in ICC Women’s T20I Rankings.
This year, Tigress played 15 T20I matches on home ground and abroad. But, the team could not get enough success at the beginning of this year. Most recently, they made history by winning a T20I series against Pakistan. Among the 15 T20I matches played this year, the Bangladesh women’s team won only five games.
The Bangladesh women’s cricket team has not made it to the finals of the ODI World Cup yet, but they have already competed in three T20 World Cups. In this edition of the World Cup qualifiers, they have been champions twice. In addition, this year, the team led by Nigar Sultana and Jahanara has won three of their last five T20 matches. The Bangladesh women’s cricket team has also achieved significant success in the Asian Games, earning silver medals in both the 2010 and 2014 editions.
Read more: Bangladesh win historic Women's T20 series against Pakistan
ODI and Test Status
On November 24, 2011, Bangladesh achieved ODI status by beating USA with 9 wickets in the 2011 Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier. This victory ensured that Bangladesh would be among the top 6 teams in the tournament and be ranked in the top 10 globally, which was the condition for getting ODI status. In April 2021, the ICC granted permanent Test and One Day International (ODI) status to all full-member women’s teams. But Tigresses are yet to play their debut test match.
Bangladesh won the 3-match T20I Series against Pakistan
Recently, Bangladeshi women won a T20I series against Pakistan by 2-1, which took place from October 25 to October 29. Bangladesh won the second T20 in a row against Pakistani girls in Chattogram on October 27. The Tigresses were happy to beat Pakistan by 20 runs in the second T20 of the three-match series.
In September 2023, Tigresses won the bronze medal by defeating Pakistan in the Asian Games. And winning a series against Pakistan in Bangladesh is another achievement for confident Tigresses. Bangladesh made history by winning the series for the first time in T20I with one match in hand, defeating the Pakistani women by 20 runs in the second match.
Mahmudullah Riyad's International Cricket Career Overview: Records and Achievements
With a career spanning over a decade, Mohammad Mahmudullah Riyad has left an indelible mark on the cricketing landscape. From thrilling victories to unforgettable moments, his journey sums up the essence of dedication and determination. In a nutshell, Mahmudullah Riyad's international cricket career has been nothing short of extraordinary. Rising from the cricketing heartland of Bangladesh, Riyad's journey has been defined by perseverance and excellence. Over the years, he has showcased his courage with bat and ball, contributing significantly to Bangladesh's cricketing triumphs. A seasoned all-rounder, Riyad has displayed his versatility in both Test and limited-over formats.
Mahmudullah’s Beginning in International Cricket
Mahmudullah received his maiden call-up to the Bangladesh ODI squad during their tour of Sri Lanka in July 2007. Marking his debut in the third ODI of the series, he emerged as Bangladesh's second-highest run-scorer with 36 runs and also proved his bowling prowess by taking 2 wickets. However, Sri Lanka emerged victorious with a 39-run margin.
Following his initial performance, Mahmudullah's talents earned him spots in Bangladesh's lineups for various tournaments. He found a place in the squad for the Quadrangular Series held in Kenya in 2007, as well as for the 2007 T20 World Championship.
Turning the pages to his Test career, Mahmudullah made his Test debut on July 9, 2009 against the West Indies. While his batting performance might not have been impressive, he put his name in the record books by delivering the finest test bowling figures by a Bangladeshi debutant. His eight-wicket haul, which included a notable five-wicket haul in the second innings, played a crucial role in Bangladesh's historic second Test victory – their first on foreign soil.
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Overview of Mahmudullah’s ODI Records in International Cricket
ODI Batting Record
Table: ODI Batting Records of Mahmudullah
Matches
Innings
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Century
Fifty
Strike rate
218
190
4950
128*
35.35
3
27
76.17
With a good track record of playing 218 matches and 190 innings, he has scored a total of 4950 runs. His highest score of 128 highlights his ability to play match-winning knocks when needed. Maintaining an average of 35.35, Mahmudullah has shown his reliability as a dependable middle-order batsman and become a ‘silent killer’ for any team. His three centuries and twenty-seven half-centuries reflect his skill to not only build innings but also accelerate when the situation demands. Further, the strike rate of 76.17 highlights his balanced approach, ensuring he contributes effectively in various game scenarios.
2015 World Cup
On March 9, 2015, during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, Mahmudullah achieved a significant milestone for Bangladesh. Facing England, he became the first Bangladeshi batsman to record a century in the history of the World Cup. This remarkable performance contributed to Bangladesh's victory in the match, taking them into the quarterfinals of the tournament.
Continuing his impressive form, he secured yet another century in the subsequent match on March 13, this time against New Zealand. Despite his strong performance, New Zealand emerged victorious with a 3-wicket win.
Throughout the course of the World Cup, spanning six matches, he scored a total of 365 runs at an impressive average of 73.00. His consistent batting display made him one of the highest run-scorers for Bangladesh in that particular World Cup edition.
Read more: Has Mahmudullah's international career in cricket come to an end?
Analysis of 2023 BAN vs AFG T20I Series
Afghanistan's relationship with T20 cricket is different. Afghans have been dominating this format. On the other hand, Bangladesh’s relationship is completely opposite. Finally, the knot has opened, and Tigers have won the latest series against Afghanistan. And it is the fourth consecutive T20I series win for Bangladesh. After first defeating the world champions England, then Ireland, Bangladesh won the T20 series for the first time against the Afghans. Bangladesh reached the target of 119 runs given by Afghans with 5 balls remaining in the match, which was reduced to 17 overs due to rain.
Afghanistan’s Overall Performance
In the first T20I match against Bangladesh, Afghanistan opted to bat and aimed for a target of around 150 runs. Hazratullah Zazai and Rahmanullah Gurbaz opened the innings but had a slow start. However, they managed to overcome the Bangladeshi bowlers in the second over. Zazai was dismissed for 8 runs, followed by Rahmanullah for 16 runs. Ibrahim Zadran and Karim Janat tried to stabilise the innings but couldn’t form a significant partnership. Nabi and Najibullah contributed 35 runs together, but their partnership was broken. Mohammad Nabi played a remarkable innings, scoring 54 runs, helping Afghanistan reach a total of 154 runs. In the bowling department, Afghanistan used seven bowlers, all of whom managed to take wickets except for Mohammad Nabi. Mujeeb, Rashid, Azmatullah, Farooqi, and Fareed took one wicket each, and Karim Janat achieved a hat-trick.
In the second T20I match, Afghanistan’s batting performance was challenging due to losing early wickets. Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit a boundary but got out for 8 runs in the first over. Hazratullah Zazai also fell quickly in the third over. After a rain-related delay, Mustafizur dismissed Mohammad Nabi, while Shakib sent Ibrahim Zadran and Najibullah back to the pavilion. Azmatullah Omarzai and Karim Janat tried to recover the innings but were eventually dismissed after scoring 42 runs. Rashid Khan’s team could only reach 116 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in 17 overs due to the rain interruption. In terms of bowling, Mujeeb Ur Rahman took 2 wickets in his 4 overs, and Azmatullah Omarzai also claimed 2 wickets in his 3 overs. Despite their efforts, Afghanistan couldn’t secure a victory in the second T20I against Bangladesh.
Read more: Bangladesh clinch T20I series against Afghanistan with easy win
Bangladesh’s Overall Performance
Bangladesh had a solid overall performance in the T20 series against Afghanistan. In the first T20I, the Bangladesh team faced an early setback when Rony Talukdar was bowled out by Farooqi in the first over. Najmul Hossain Shanto and Litton Das tried to control the innings, but Shanto got dismissed after scoring 12 runs. Litton also went soon after, scoring 18 runs. However, the partnership between Shakib Al Hasan and Hridoy boosted Bangladesh’s innings. Shakib contributed 19 runs before being caught by Karim off Fareed’s delivery. Shamim Hossain and Hridoy then built a partnership of 73 runs. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin, and Nasum got out in quick succession, giving Karim Janat a hat trick. However, Shoriful Islam’s boundary helped Bangladesh reach the target. In the bowling, Shakib, Nasum, Taskin, Shoriful, Mustafiz, and Miraz claimed one wicket each. Shakib and Taskin bowled four overs, while Nasum and Shoriful bowled three overs each. Miraz bowled two overs in the match.
In the second T20I, Litton Das and Afif Hossain provided a strong opening partnership for Bangladesh. Litton played aggressively, and the team quickly crossed the 50-run mark without losing a wicket. However, Litton got out after scoring 67 runs, followed by Afif’s dismissal. Nazmul Hasan Shanto couldn’t stay at the crease for long and was dismissed for 4 runs. Hridoy and Shakib played crucial roles in maintaining the run flow and securing victory with 5 balls to spare. However, Taskin was impressive in the bowling department, taking 3 wickets in his 4 overs with an economy rate of 8.25. Mustafiz and Shakib contributed with 2 wickets each. Hasan Mahmud and Nasum Ahmed couldn’t claim any wickets in the match.
Overall, Bangladesh showed a strong batting performance in both matches, with key contributions from various players. Their bowling unit also performed well, taking regular wickets and containing the Afghan batsmen effectively.
Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Schedule Revealed: Bangladesh to face Afghanistan in First Match
Overall Stats of the Bangladesh Vs Afghanistan T20I Series 2023
Table: Overall stats
Matches
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
1st T20I
154/7
157/8 Bangladesh won by 2 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
2nd T20I
116/7
119/4 Bangladesh won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
Best Performers in the 2023 BAN vs AFG T20I Series
Table: Top performers of Bangladesh and Afghanistan Squads in the T20 Series 2023
Player
Performance
Shakib Al Hasan
4 wickets and 37 runs
Azmatullah Omarzai
3 Wickets and 58 runs
Mohammad Nabi
70 runs
Towhid Hridoy
66 runs
Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib Al Hasan, the star all-rounder, had an impressive performance in the T20 series against Afghanistan. In the first T20I, Shakib showcased his skills with both bat and ball. He contributed 19 runs with the bat. Additionally, he made a significant impact with the ball, taking two crucial wickets to help restrict Afghanistan’s batting line-up. In the second T20I, Shakib continued to display his all-round prowess. He played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s victory by scoring an unbeaten 18 runs and taking 2 wickets.
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Azmatullah Omarzai
Azmatullah Omarzai did really well in the T20 cricket series against Bangladesh. He showed his skills in both batting and bowling. In the first game, he scored 33 runs with the bat. He also took a wicket while bowling. In the second game, Azmatullah continued to impress everyone. He scored 25 runs, which was important for his team when things were a bit difficult. He helped Afghanistan get a good score on the scoreboard. He also took two wickets.
Mohammad Nabi
Nabi was the highest run scorer in the T20 series. He scored 70 runs in two matches. He scored 54 runs from 40 balls in the first match and remained not out. However, his performance was a bit low in the second match, as he scored 16 runs from 22 deliveries.
Towhid Hridoy
Hridoy was the highest run scorer for Bangladesh accumulating 66 runs. His 47 runs in the first match helped Bangladesh win the match. However, the 19 runs from 17 balls in the second match also contributed greatly to the team’s victory.
Final Words
The Bangladesh vs Afghanistan series 2023 included Test, ODI and T20 matches. First, Afghans lost the Test match against Bangladesh. Then in the ODI series, the Afghanistan team turned things around and won. After that, in the T20 matches, the Bangladesh team, led by Shakib, got revenge for their loss in the ODI series. Bangladesh won all the T20 matches against Afghanistan.
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