Photo: CollectedDHAKA, Feb 17, 2026 (BSS)- Bangladesh face a stern test in confirming theirdirect berth for the 2027 ODI World Cup given their current situation in the50-over format. However, they have now slipped to 10th, raising a pressingquestion - can Bangladesh secure a direct spot in the 2027 World Cup? Their next assignment is a three-match ODI series athome against Pakistan national cricket team on March 12, 14 and 16. This tournamentmarks the beginning of that process, which is essentially part of ourpreparation for the 2027 World Cup. With the Pakistan series ahead and the larger mission of securing directqualification for 2027, Bangladesh are embarking on a crucial new chapter intheir ODI journey.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 17, 2026 13:30 UTC