BCB President Faruque Ahmed announced that Pakistan is likely to tour Bangladesh in mid-2025 for white-ball matches. This follows prior discussions about Bangladesh’s tour of Pakistan in May and planning for a T20I captain after Shanto’s resignation. Furthermore, the BCB is organizing a farewell for Mushfiqur Rahim, who recently retired from ODIs.
According to Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Faruque Ahmed, Pakistan is anticipated to tour Bangladesh in mid-2025 for a series of white-ball matches. This information follows discussions between Faruque and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) President Mohsin Naqvi during the Champions Trophy. The upcoming series is expected to occur outside of the ICC’s Future Tours Programme (FTP).
In May, Bangladesh is scheduled to visit Pakistan for three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Faruque confirmed that the PCB is likely to participate in a shorter series in Bangladesh in July, stating, “There might be a short tour in July, which we have mostly confirmed. We will inform you when we finalise it.”
Far from scheduling immediate fixtures, the BCB is also preparing for Bangladesh’s future in cricket. Following their exit from the Champions Trophy, discussions about the national squad’s plan for the 2027 50-over World Cup have commenced. Faruque mentioned that the board will soon outline its strategy, indicating the support of experienced personnel such as Najmul Abedin Faheem in managing operations.
With leadership transitions also on the agenda, the BCB is set to appoint a new captain for the T20I format following Najmul Hossain Shanto’s resignation in January. Faruque disclosed, “We will try to appoint a captain from among those who have captained the team recently.” Although no decision has been made, speculation suggests Litton Das may assume the role.
Lastly, the BCB is planning a fitting farewell for Mushfiqur Rahim, who recently announced his retirement from ODIs. Faruque noted, “We will plan on how to give Mushfiqur Rahim a proper farewell. He is probably one of the legends of our team.” His contributions over the past 19 years, including pivotal moments in Bangladesh cricket, were highlighted as inspirational for future generations.
In summary, the BCB anticipates a reciprocal tour from Pakistan in mid-2025 while simultaneously preparing for the 2027 World Cup and a leadership change following the resignation of the T20I captain. Furthermore, arrangements are being made to honor Mushfiqur Rahim’s contributions to the team. These initiatives underline the BCB’s commitment to the development of cricket in Bangladesh and its ongoing endeavors in international competition.
Original Source: www.espncricinfo.com
