The series marks Bangladesh’s return to 50-over cricket after missing out on the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Pakistan, having won their last two home ODI series against South Africa and Sri Lanka, is looking to maintain their strong form.
On March 11, 2026, the first ODI match will take place at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi confirmed that three players will make their ODI debuts against Bangladesh: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Shamyl Hussain.
Breaking Development
Sahibzada Farhan, who scored a record 383 runs in seven matches during the T20 World Cup 2026, is expected to make a significant impact. Afridi expressed excitement about the new players, stating, “There will be like three debuts, of course. Sahibzada is the top performer in T20s and also in List ‘A’ cricket for Pakistan.” He added, “We are excited to see them play for Pakistan, not just for one series but with the future in mind.”
Bangladesh comes into the series after a recent victory over the West Indies in their most recent ODI. Their captain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, won the toss and elected to bowl first, indicating a strategic approach to the match.
Despite the absence of key players such as Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub from the Pakistan team, Afridi remains confident, stating, “Bangladesh are a good side, and they played well against the West Indies. But we are also ready.”
For fans in India, the first ODI match will not be telecasted on any channel. However, it will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website, allowing viewers to follow the action.
What to Expect
The match is scheduled to start at 2:15 PM Bangladesh Standard Time, which corresponds to 1:45 PM Indian Standard Time. Observers are keen to see how the debutants perform and how the teams adapt to the conditions.
As the series unfolds, the focus will be on the new talent introduced by Pakistan and how Bangladesh builds on their recent success. Details remain unconfirmed regarding further developments in the series.
