BAN vs IRE, One-Off Test : Preview, Pitch Report, Probable XIs, Fantasy Tips & Prediction
Ireland are set to play just their fourth Test (ICC)
Bangladesh and Ireland are set to play a one-off Test match at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka, starting on Tuesday, April 4. While the hosts will look to display their superiority in home conditions, the visitors will look to make the most of the opportunity as they don’t play the longest format of the game regularly.
Team Preview
Bangladesh
The Bangladesh team will be led by Shakib Al Hasan and features experienced players such as Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das Tamim Iqbal, and Taijul Islam and Mominul Haque. Their spin-attack comprising Shakib, Taijul, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, is considered to be their strongest asset, and their familiarity with subcontinent pitches could give them an edge over Ireland.
Ireland
Ireland, on the other hand, have limited Test experience, having played just three matches to date, with captain Andy Balbirnie being the only player to feature in all of them. However, players such as George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, and James McCollum have also played Test cricket and will be looking to contribute to the team's success in the upcoming game.
Match Details
Date & Time: April 4, 09.30 AM IST
Venue: Shere Bangla Stadium, Dhaka
Live Streaming: FanCode
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Shere Bangla Stadium is expected to be challenging for the batsmen, with the surface likely to deteriorate as the game progresses. As a result, teams are advised to bat first if they win the toss, as it could become increasingly difficult to score runs on the final days of the game. The spin bowlers are expected to play a critical role in the match, particularly as the game progresses.
Probable XIs
Bangladesh: Tamim Iqbal, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mominul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shoriful Islam, Khaled Ahmed, and Ebadot Hossain.
Ireland: James McCollum, Peter Moor, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Graham Hume, and Benjamin White.
Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips
Wicket-Keeper: Litton Das
Batters: Tamim Iqbal, Mominul Haque, James McCollum Andrew Balbirnie
All-Rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Harry Tector
Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Ben White
Captain: Shakib Al Hasan
Vice Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Prediction
Considering their dominance at home and familiarity with the conditions, as well as, the format, Bangladesh are clear favourites to win the game.
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