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The Bangladesh national cricket team will tour Pakistan for a five-match T20 International series from May 25 to June 3, 2025, in preparation for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to be held later in June in Sri Lanka.
The tour replaces the originally planned three ODIs and three T20Is, with both boards agreeing to focus solely on the shortest format to give players maximum match exposure ahead of the global tournament.
📍 Series Overview
- Format: 5 T20 Internationals
- Dates: May 25 – June 3, 2025
- Venues: Lahore and Rawalpindi
- Matches:
- May 25 – 1st T20I – Lahore
- May 27 – 2nd T20I – Lahore
- May 29 – 3rd T20I – Lahore
- June 1 – 4th T20I – Rawalpindi
- June 3 – 5th T20I – Rawalpindi
All matches will be day-night fixtures and are expected to draw large crowds as the cricketing rivalry between these Asian sides continues to grow.
🧠 Why It Matters
- Both teams are using the series as final preparation for the T20 World Cup
- Pakistan is looking to fine-tune their bowling combinations and top-order
- Bangladesh hopes to finalize their ideal XI, test younger players under pressure
This series is also seen as part of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) broader push to host more international cricket after successfully organizing recent home series with South Africa and Sri Lanka.
🌟 Players to Watch
Pakistan:
- Babar Azam – Captain and key anchor
- Shaheen Shah Afridi – Pace spearhead
- Azam Khan – Explosive middle-order hitter
- Abrar Ahmed – Mystery spinner on home turf
Bangladesh:
- Shakib Al Hasan – Veteran all-rounder
- Litton Das – Stylish opening batsman
- Taskin Ahmed – Speed and aggression
- Towhid Hridoy – Young finisher with power
🗣️ Officials Speak
Najam Sethi (PCB Chairman):
“We are pleased to host Bangladesh in a competitive T20I series. It’s the perfect opportunity for both teams to sharpen their skills before the World Cup.”
Nazmul Hassan (BCB President):
“Our team is shaping up well. Pakistan offers ideal playing conditions, and this series will help us test various combinations.”
📺 How to Watch
- Live Broadcast: PTV Sports (Pakistan), Gazi TV (Bangladesh)
- Streaming: ICC.tv and YouTube (regional restrictions may apply)
- Social Media: Live updates via @TheRealPCB and @BCBtigers
This series adds another exciting chapter to the growing rivalry between Pakistan and Bangladesh — and serves as the final dress rehearsal before the teams head to Sri Lanka for the ICC T20 World Cup 2025.
