Bangladesh cricket fans have much to look forward to in the coming months. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a busy schedule. The national team will play many matches both at home and abroad. This article provides a detailed look at the upcoming fixtures.
Home Series Against New Zealand
In August, Bangladesh will host New Zealand. This series will include three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and two Test matches. The ODIs are crucial for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup. The Test matches will be part of the ICC World Test Championship.
ODI Series Schedule:
- 1st ODI: August 1, Dhaka
- 2nd ODI: August 4, Dhaka
- 3rd ODI: August 7, Dhaka
Test Series Schedule:
- 1st Test: August 12-16, Chattogram
- 2nd Test: August 20-24, Dhaka
Tour of South Africa
In September, Bangladesh will tour South Africa. This tour will include three T20 matches and three ODIs. The matches will be played in various cities across South Africa. The T20 series will help the team prepare for the T20 World Cup.
T20 Series Schedule:
- 1st T20: September 10, Cape Town
- 2nd T20: September 12, Johannesburg
- 3rd T20: September 14, Durban
ODI Series Schedule:
- 1st ODI: September 18, Pretoria
- 2nd ODI: September 21, Bloemfontein
- 3rd ODI: September 24, Port Elizabeth
Home Series Against Sri Lanka
In October, Bangladesh will host Sri Lanka. This series will include two Test matches and three T20 matches. The Test matches will again be part of the ICC World Test Championship. The T20 matches will be a good preparation for the T20 World Cup.
Test Series Schedule:
- 1st Test: October 5-9, Dhaka
- 2nd Test: October 13-17, Chattogram
T20 Series Schedule:
- 1st T20: October 20, Dhaka
- 2nd T20: October 22, Chattogram
- 3rd T20: October 24, Dhaka
T20 World Cup in Australia
In November, Bangladesh will participate in the T20 World Cup. The tournament will be held in Australia. Bangladesh is in Group B. The team will face tough competition from strong teams. The matches will be played in various cities across Australia.
Group Stage Matches:
- Bangladesh vs. Pakistan: November 3, Melbourne
- Bangladesh vs. India: November 5, Sydney
- Bangladesh vs. South Africa: November 8, Brisbane
- Bangladesh vs. Afghanistan: November 10, Adelaide
- Bangladesh vs. West Indies: November 12, Perth
Tour of the West Indies
In December, Bangladesh will tour the West Indies. This tour will include three ODIs and two Test matches. The matches will be played in various islands across the Caribbean. This tour will be the last series of the year for Bangladesh.
ODI Series Schedule:
- 1st ODI: December 5, Antigua
- 2nd ODI: December 8, Barbados
- 3rd ODI: December 11, Trinidad
Test Series Schedule:
- 1st Test: December 16-20, Jamaica
- 2nd Test: December 24-28, Grenada
Conclusion
Bangladesh cricket fans have an exciting schedule ahead. The team will face strong opponents in various formats. These matches will help the team prepare for upcoming major tournaments. Fans can expect thrilling cricket action in the coming months.
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FAQ
Q: When will Bangladesh host New Zealand?
A: Bangladesh will host New Zealand in August. The series includes three ODIs and two Test matches.
Q: What are the dates for the ODI matches against New Zealand?
A: The ODI matches against New Zealand will be on August 1, August 4, and August 7.
Q: When will Bangladesh tour South Africa?
A: Bangladesh will tour South Africa in September. The tour includes three T20 matches and three ODIs.
Q: When will the T20 World Cup be held?
A: The T20 World Cup will be held in November in Australia. Bangladesh is in Group B.