Bangladesh has unveiled a 15-player squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Litton Das, the wicketkeeper-batter, will lead the team as they aim to make a significant impact on the global stage. The team’s batting will heavily rely on the captain, supported by Tanzid Hasan and Parvez Hossain Emon.
The squad boasts a well-rounded bowling attack, led by the experienced duo of Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed. Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, and Rishad Hossain are expected to play crucial roles in enhancing Bangladesh’s competitiveness in the tournament. Bangladesh finds itself in Group C alongside England, the West Indies, Nepal, and Italy.
In the initial group stage from February 7-20, a total of 40 matches will be played, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super Eights phase starting on February 21. The top four teams at the end of the Super Eights will progress to the knockout rounds, culminating in the semi-finals in Kolkata/Colombo and Mumbai, followed by the final on March 8 in Ahmedabad/Colombo.
Despite participating in every T20 World Cup, Bangladesh is yet to reach the semifinals. They will kick off their campaign against the West Indies on February 7. Following the release of Mustafizur Rahman from the IPL due to tensions between India and Bangladesh, the BCB has requested moving Bangladesh’s World Cup matches to Sri Lanka. However, the ICC has not responded to this appeal.
