Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto is set to lead his team in a crucial three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in Sharjah, as the Tigers look to rebound from a disappointing Test series against South Africa.
Following a severe defeat where Bangladesh lost by an innings and 273 runs in just three days of the second Test at Chattogram, the team is eager to shift their focus to the limited-overs format.
The recent Test series ended with South Africa sweeping the two-match contest, having previously secured a seven-wicket victory in the first Test.
In preparation for the upcoming ODIs, Bangladesh will be without key batsman Litton Das, who is sidelined due to ongoing fever. However, uncapped fast bowler Nahid Rana joins the squad, adding fresh talent to the team.
Currently sitting eighth in the ICC ODI team rankings, just ahead of Afghanistan at ninth, Bangladesh faces a motivated opponent.
Afghanistan comes into the series with a strong reputation, having achieved notable victories against top teams like England, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka during last year's World Cup held in India.
The ODI series is scheduled for November 6, 9, and 11, with the following players making up the Bangladesh squad: Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, and Nahid Rana.
With both teams eager to prove themselves, the series promises to be an exciting contest for cricket fans.
