Bangladesh is set to host a revamped Pakistan side in the first T20I today, kicking off a much-anticipated three-match series.
Tigers Roaring After Sri Lanka Win
Bangladesh enters this series with high spirits, fresh off a remarkable T20I series victory against Sri Lanka. Captain Litton Das and his squad will be looking to carry that momentum forward and establish a strong winning streak on home turf.
The Tigers have shown impressive form recently, highlighting their growing confidence in the T20 format. Their performance against Sri Lanka signals they are a force to be reckoned with, especially in front of their home crowd.
Pakistan’s Fresh Start Under Hesson
This series marks a significant moment for Pakistan cricket. They arrive with a considerably younger squad, led by Salman Agha, and are playing their first series since April. This new lineup signifies a strategic shift as they begin their journey towards the next T20 World Cup.
Adding to the changes, Mike Hesson has taken over as the white-ball coach. Pakistan’s squad features several notable absentees, including star players like Babar Azam, Muhammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf. This series offers a prime opportunity for emerging talents to step up and prove their mettle on the international stage.
When and Where to Catch the Action
The first T20I between Bangladesh and Pakistan is scheduled for today, Sunday, July 20th. Cricket fans can mark their calendars for an evening of exciting play.
The match will be played at the iconic Shere Bangla National Stadium. The action is set to begin at 5:00 PM IST, with the coin toss slated for 4:30 PM IST.
How to Watch in India
For viewers in India, the live telecast of the first Bangladesh vs Pakistan T20I will be available on the Sony Sports Network. Fans can tune in to catch all the cricketing excitement live on their televisions.
If you prefer to stream the match on the go, the FanCode app and website will provide live streaming services. This ensures that you won’t miss any of the action, whether you’re at home or out and about.
Squads at a Glance
Bangladesh Squad:
- Parvez Hossain Emon
- Tanzid Hasan Tamim
- Litton Das (w/c)
- Towhid Hridoy
- Shamim Hossain
- Jaker Ali
- Mahedi Hasan
- Rishad Hossain
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib
- Shoriful Islam
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Taskin Ahmed
- Nasum Ahmed
- Mohammad Saifuddin
- Mohammad Naim
Pakistan Squad:
- Saim Ayub
- Fakhar Zaman
- Mohammad Haris (w)
- Hasan Nawaz
- Salman Agha (c)
- Khushdil Shah
- Hussain Talat
- Faheem Ashraf
- Abbas Afridi
- Abrar Ahmed
- Salman Mirza
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Sufiyan Muqeem
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Ahmed Daniyal
- Bangladesh enters the series with confidence after a recent T20I win in Sri Lanka.
- Pakistan features a young squad, with several key senior players absent.
- Mike Hesson takes over as Pakistan’s white-ball coach, signaling a new era.
- The match kicks off at 5:00 PM IST today at Shere Bangla National Stadium.
- Indian viewers can watch on Sony Sports Network or stream via FanCode.
This series promises to be an intriguing contest between a confident home side and a re-building Pakistani team eager to make their mark.
