Dubai, April 29 (IANS) Bangladesh’s pace trio of Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman and Nahid Rana combined to take 18 wickets and made significant gains in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings following their side’s recent series victory over New Zealand at home. The hosts clinched a closely fought 2-1 series win, with their fast bowlers playing a decisive role across the three matches, driving Bangladesh’s success and earning notable rises in the updated rankings.Shoriful climbed 11…
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Dhaka, April 26 (IANS) Bangladesh have unveiled a 15-member squad for the opening Test against Pakistan, with uncapped batters Tanzid Tamim and Amite Hasan earning maiden call-ups in the longest format as the selectors continue to invest in emerging red-ball talent.Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue to lead the side, with all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz appointed as his deputy as Bangladesh aim to begin the home series on a strong note. The two-match series begins on May 8 at the Sher-e-Bangla N…
Dhaka, March 12 (IANS) Pakistan’s cricket team faced sharp criticism from fans and media after suffering a humiliating eight-wicket defeat against Bangladesh in the first ODI, here.Chasing a modest target of 115, Bangladesh comfortably reached 115/2 in just 15.1 overs. Opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim led the charge with an unbeaten 67, while Najmul Hossain Shanto contributed 27 as the hosts sealed an emphatic victory.Pakistan did get an early breakthrough when captain Shaheen Shah Afridi dismissed o…