Bangladesh has officially announced a 15-member squad for the first Test match against Pakistan. The team will be led by Najmul Hossain Shanto as captain.
The selection includes a balanced mix of experienced players and new talent. The announcement confirms that the 15-member squad will begin preparations ahead of the series opener.
According to the International Cricket Council, the first Test will start on May 8. The match will be played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. It is expected to be a key contest for both teams.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been named vice-captain of the 15-member squad. Senior players such as Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das, Mominul Haque, and Shadman Islam have also been included.
The return of fast bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam strengthens the pace attack. Their experience is expected to play an important role in the series.
The selectors have also added two uncapped players to the 15-member squad. Tanzid Hasan and Amit Hasan have earned their first Test call-ups.
Tanzid Hasan has impressed in limited-overs cricket with consistent performances. Meanwhile, Amit Hasan was selected after strong displays in domestic first-class cricket.
Team management believes the 15-member squad offers a good balance between youth and experience. The inclusion of new players reflects Bangladesh’s focus on building future talent.
Bangladesh currently holds the eighth position in the World Test Championship standings. The team will aim to improve its ranking with strong performances against Pakistan.
The second Test match of the series is scheduled to take place in Sylhet. It will be played from May 16 to May 20.
Officials hope the 15-member squad will deliver a competitive performance throughout the series. The matches are expected to be closely followed by cricket fans in both countries.
With a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent, Bangladesh is looking to make a strong impact in the upcoming Test series.
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