2026 (BSS)— With an aim to make a winning start to the three-match ODI series, Bangladesh will take on Pakistan in the first match at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium tomorrow (Wednesday). Moreover, every ODI series ahead of the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be crucial for securing direct qualification for the global showpiece. Despite the urgency of winning the series, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz ruled out the possibility of preparing the traditional Mirpur wicket, which usually tends to be low and slow. Overall, the two teams have played 39 ODIs between them, with Pakistan winning 34 and Bangladesh just five. I think Bangladesh have a good side and they play very good cricket in home conditions,” Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi said.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 10, 2026 11:43 UTC