Pakistan and Bangladesh both ended the Champions Trophy without victory due to rain-affected matches, yet both have plenty to look forward to when they meet later this year.
Mohammad Rizwan and Saim Ayub led Pakistan’s top order, scoring quick runs to build an early platform before handing over to youngsters such as Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto and Tawhid Hridoy to carry forward with the chase.
In this article, we will discuss the main points or high lights of Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Timeline.
Bangladesh Playing XI
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Tanzid Hasan | Batter |
| Litton Das (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto (C) | Batter |
| Towhid Hridoy | Batter |
| Shakib Al Hasan | All-rounder |
| Mahmudullah | All-rounder |
| Rishad Hossain | All-rounder |
| Mahedi Hasan | All-rounder |
| Taskin Ahmed | Bowler |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bowler |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib | Bowler |
Pakistan Playing XI
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Saim Ayub | Batter |
| Babar Azam (C) | Batter |
| Fakhar Zaman | Batter |
| Azam Khan | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | All-rounder |
| Shadab Khan | All-rounder |
| Imad Wasim | All-rounder |
| Shaheen Afridi | Bowler |
| Mohammad Amir | Bowler |
| Naseem Shah | Bowler |
Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20I Series Schedule
Bangladesh will visit Pakistan for a five-match T20I series this May, beginning with two matches at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium, last used as an international cricket ground back in April 2008. Following that, teams will move onto Lahore Gaddafi Stadium where three more matches will take place between 30 May, 1 June and 3 June.
Initial plans called for three one-day internationals and three Twenty20 internationals; however, with 2026’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup fast approaching, both Bangladesh and Pakistan cricket boards mutually agreed that two extra Twenty20Is would serve as better preparation.
Sources have informed Cricket South Asia (CCA) of plans for the restructured series to begin on May 25, with its inaugural match taking place at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad – marking an return of international cricket after 17 years away from Faisalabad and Iqbal Stadium’s rich history, having hosted 24 Tests and 16 ODIs from 1978 until 2008.
Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore’s east has hosted many exciting and captivating T20 Internationals between Pakistan and Bangladesh over time, providing fans with unforgettable viewing experience.
Bangladesh will arrive in Pakistan on 21 May and have several days to adjust before competing in their first T20I match on 25 May at Iqbal Stadium. Players will train there from 22-24 May as they prepare to face Pakistan’s potency pace attack. Be sure to follow Brandsynario for updates regarding Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20I Series by subscribing to our newsletter or following us on social media outlets like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter LinkedIn & YouTube so as to remain up-to-date with the latest happenings between these countries!
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test Series Schedule
Pakistan will host Bangladesh for a two-match Test series beginning August 21 at the National Stadium in Rawalpindi. Under Shan Masood’s leadership, Pakistan hopes to take advantage of a home venue to strengthen their position in the World Test Championship standings, where they currently sit sixth with two wins and three losses. Bangladesh on the other hand hopes to secure victory and give their fans something positive to cheer about in this Test matchup.
Bangladesh may not be one of the top Test teams, yet they have made significant strides forward recently. Boasting both experienced players and young talent on its roster – Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Liton Das and Mehidy Hasan Miraz among them – Bangladesh Tigers have steadily shown significant progress during recent times.
Pakistan Cricket Team have named 14-member squad for their debut Test after releasing spinner Abrar Ahmed and batsman Kamran Ghulam from their initial 14-man squad, in addition to several players released from ODI series played at home since December 2019 (when all-pace attack series played at Karachi were concluded). Shaheen Afridi will lead an all-pace attack alongside newcomers Naseem Shah, Mir Hamza, and Khurram Shahzad as pace attack players in Pakistan’s first all-pace attack since December when all-pace attack series concluded here – leading all with Shaheen Afridi at their head while Mir Hamza, Khurram Shahzad supporting him by backing him with three support players (Naseem Shah, Mir Hamza and Khurram Shahzad).
Due to renovation work at National Bank Stadium in Karachi, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided to move game two from Karachi to Rawalpindi due to noise pollution from construction activities which might affect players and harm their health. Construction experts advised them against doing this.
On the other hand, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced they have decided to move their first Test from Dhaka to Chittagong due to advice from ICC that Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium is the better venue than Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Dhaka for team safety and fan attendance. BCB are working towards securing all necessary permits and hopes to have everything set in time for series commencement.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series Schedule
As part of its Future Tour Program (FTP), Bangladesh was originally scheduled to play three ODIs and three Twenty20 Internationals against Pakistan as part of their Future Tour Program (FTP). But due to their teams’ preparations for both T20-format Asia Cup 2025 and World Cup 2026 tournaments, their cricket board decided instead to switch it for five-match T20I series instead of an ODI series.
The inaugural match will take place at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium and subsequent matches at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with Mohammad Haris’ Pakistan A team looking to build on their unofficial two-match Test series victory over Towhid Hridoy’s Bangladesh A team.
Bangladesh A will rely on their experienced squad led by Liton Das and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, with fellow World T20 winning players like Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Rishad Hossain and Soumya Sarkar all making appearances. Their first ODI will take place this Friday (May 25), live-streamed by TEN Sports; for more details click here.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20I Series Results
Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Rain has again proved too much for both teams as their match between Pakistan and Bangladesh has been abandoned due to poor weather. Scheduled to start at 8:00 pm local time, officials soon called it off due to worsening conditions soon after start time and called off soon afterwards – becoming just the third game at this year’s Champions Trophy that has had to be abandoned due to adverse conditions.
Bangladesh have struggled in this tournament and have lost every match against top teams, struggling with both batting and fielding issues. Their bowlers have done well; now is their opportunity to turn things around and put the campaign back on track.
Bangladesh faltered early against Pakistan in their opening match as only 79 runs were scored during the powerplay period. But when Iftikhar Ahmed started hitting some quick runs in the last five overs, Bangladesh made massive strides toward their target – eventually reaching 199/5 against Shadab Khan’s bowling attack and Litton Das’ top-scoring efforts did not prove sufficient to beat this total target.
In the second match, both teams battled hard until the very end. Both had opportunities to take victory; Pakistan prevailed thanks to Mohammad Rizwan’s superb batting display; supported by Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Usman Khan who all delivered strong performances.
Pakistan Cricket Board announced on March 15 that Bangladesh will tour Pakistan in May for a five-match T20I series. Originally this tour was scheduled to include three ODIs and three T20Is; however, due to Bangladesh Cricket Board’s approval to swap these ODIs out for additional T20I games; starting May 25 and culminating with its final game taking place June 3. The series starts off May 25 and concludes June 3.