In ODI Opener Against New Zealand, Bangladesh Elect to Bowl First

In the opening match of the three-game series against New Zealand, Bangladesh's captain, Liton Das, has chosen to bowl first at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

Mainul Islam

September 21, 2023

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In ODI Opener Against New Zealand, Bangladesh Elect to Bowl First

In the opening match of the three-game series against New Zealand, Bangladesh's captain, Liton Das, has chosen to bowl first at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

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Pitch Conditions Influence Decision

Liton Das justified his decision to bowl, highlighting that the pitch had been under covers for the past couple of days, suggesting potential support for bowlers.

Key Players Return

Tamim Iqbal and Mahmudullah Riyad have made their return to the Tigers’ squad, while young talent Tanzid Tamim retains his place in the team.

Inclusion of All-Rounder and Pacer

All-rounder Soumya Sarkar secures a spot in the starting lineup, while pacer Tanzim Sakib partners with the experienced Mustafizur Rahman as the second fast bowler.

Team Lineups

Bangladesh XI:

  1. Liton Das
  2. Tamim Iqbal
  3. Tanzid Hasan
  4. Soumya Sarkar
  5. Mahmudullah
  6. Towhid Hridoy
  7. Mahedi Hasan
  8. Nurul Hasan
  9. Nasum Ahmed
  10. Tanzim Hasan
  11. Mustafizur Rahman

New Zealand XI:

  1. Finn Allen
  2. Will Young
  3. Chad Bowes
  4. Henry Nicholls
  5. Tom Blundell (wk)
  6. Rachin Ravindra
  7. Cole McConchie
  8. Ish Sodhi
  9. Kyle Jamieson
  10. Lockie Ferguson (capt)
  11. Trent Boult
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