The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced the national team’s squad for the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023. The tournament is set to take place in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, with teams from across the continent competing for the prestigious title.
The 17-member squad includes a mix of experienced players and fresh faces. Notably, Shamim Hossain and Tanzid Hasan Tamim, both of whom have already represented Bangladesh in T20 internationals, are set to make their One Day International (ODI) debuts in this tournament.
The complete squad list includes Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Ebadot Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Mahedi Hasan, Naim Sheikh, Shamim Hossain, and Tanzid Hasan Tamim.
| Shakib Al Hasan | Litton Das | Najmul Hossain | Towhid Hridoy | Mushfiqur Rahim | Afif Hossain |
| Mehidy Hasan | Taskin Ahmed | Hasan Mahmud | Mustafizur Rahman | Ebadot Hossain | Shoriful Islam |
| Nasum Ahmed | Mahedi Hasan | Naim Sheikh | Shamim Hossain | Tanzid Hasan Tamim | |
Shakib Al Hasan, a seasoned all-rounder, will lead the team in the tournament. The first match for the Bangladesh team will be against Sri Lanka on 31 August at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Following this, they will face Afghanistan on 3 September at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore for their second game of the tournament.
The announcement of the squad has sparked excitement among cricket fans, who are eagerly awaiting the start of the Asia Cup. With a blend of experience and youthful energy, the Bangladesh team is expected to put up a strong performance in the upcoming tournament.
