The Bangladesh cricket team is gearing up for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. The tournament is scheduled to begin on February 19 and will run until March 10. Although Pakistan is the host nation, due to political tensions between India and Pakistan, the matches will follow a hybrid model, taking place in Pakistan and Dubai, UAE.
Bangladesh is placed in Group A, alongside India, Pakistan, and New Zealand. The top two teams from the group stage will advance to the semi-finals.
Bangladesh’s Match Schedule and Venues
February 20: Bangladesh vs. India – Dubai
February 24: Bangladesh vs. New Zealand – Rawalpindi
February 27: Bangladesh vs. Pakistan – Rawalpindi
Key Tournament Dates
February 19: Opening match
February 23: India vs. Pakistan blockbuster (Dubai)
March 4 & 5: Semi-finals
March 9: Final
Bangladesh’s Champions Trophy Squad
The team is led by Najmul Hossain Shanto and features a mix of experienced players and young talents.
Squad:
Tanzid Hasan Tamim
Soumya Sarkar
Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain)
Mushfiqur Rahim
Mahmudullah Riyad
Zakir Ali Anik
Towhid Hridoy
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Parvez Hossain Emon
Rishad Hossain
Nasum Ahmed
Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Mustafizur Rahman
Taskin Ahmed
Nahid Rana
Bangladesh’s first match is against India in Dubai, followed by matches against New Zealand and Pakistan. Their progression to the semi-finals will depend on their performance in these matches.
