Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced the 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Najmul Hossain Shanto has been named the captain of the 15-member team, while the return of Shakib Al Hasan is arguably the biggest highlight of the squad announcement.
There were no major surprises in Bangladesh’s 15-player squad for the T20 World Cup, with young quick Tanzim Hasan Sakib earning selection after two appearances against Zimbabwe. Selectors also included left-arm quick Shoriful Islam.
Afif Hossain Dhrubo and Hasan Mahmud will travel to the tournament as reserves. Bangladesh is drawn in Group D alongside South Africa, Sri Lanka, Netherlands, and Nepal for next month's event, with their first contest coming against Sri Lanka in Dallas on June 7.
Najmul Hossain Shanto bangladesh captain for T20 Squad (x.com)
Najmul Hossain Shanto has been appointed as the captain of the Bangladesh cricket team for the upcoming T20 World Cup in 2024.
His journey in international cricket began when he was selected for Bangladesh's squad for the 2016 Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
Shanto's outstanding performance led to his selection in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022, where he emerged as the highest run-scorer for the Bangladesh team. His consistent performance earned him a spot in Bangladesh's squad for the 2022 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, showcasing his growing influence in the international cricket scene.
Chandika Hathurusingha head coach of Bangladesh (x.com)
Chandika Hathurusingha has been named as the head coach of the Bangladesh cricket team for the upcoming T20 World Cup in 2024.
Hathurusingha has an extensive coaching background, having previously served as head coach for the United Arab Emirates (2005–2006), Bangladesh (2014–2017, 2023 - present), and Sri Lanka (2017–2019).
He was appointed as head coach of Bangladesh in 2023. Additionally, he has coaching experience in Australian domestic cricket, working with New South Wales and the Sydney Thunder.
Bangladesh's Squad For T20 World Cup: FAQ's
Q.1 What is the highest team total of Bangladesh in T20?
Answer: Bangladesh highest score is 215/5 vs Sri Lanka on March 10, 2018 in T20.
Q.2 What is the lowest score in T20 Bangladesh?
Answer: Bangladesh lowest score is 70/10 vs NZ at Eden Gardens on MARCH 26, 2016.
Q.3 Who is the best captain of Bangladesh in T20?
Answer: Najmul Hossain Shanto is the most successful captain for Bangladesh in T20I with winning percentage of 54.54.
Q.4 Who is the best batsman in Bangladesh team?
Answer: Shakib Al Hasan is the best batsman in Bangladesh team.
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Bangladesh Squad For T20 World Cup (x.com)
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Chandika Hathurusingha head coach of Bangladesh (x.com)
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