Pakistan vs bangladesh

The series marks Bangladesh’s return to 50-over cricket after missing out on the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Pakistan, having recently secured victories in their last two home ODI series against South Africa and Sri Lanka, is looking to maintain their momentum.

Breaking Development

As the first ODI match approaches, Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi has confirmed that three players will make their ODI debuts against Bangladesh on March 11, 2026. The debutants include Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Shamyl Hussain.

Sahibzada Farhan has been a standout performer, scoring a record 383 runs in seven matches during the T20 World Cup 2026, showcasing his potential ahead of his ODI debut.

In a statement, Afridi expressed enthusiasm about the new players, saying, “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.”

On the other hand, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and elected to bowl first, indicating a strategic approach to the match. Bangladesh comes into this series after a victory over the West Indies in their most recent ODI, suggesting they are in good form.

The match is scheduled to start at 2:15 PM Bangladesh Standard Time (1:45 PM IST) and will not be telecasted on any channel in India. However, fans can watch the live stream on the FanCode app and website.

Pakistan has made significant changes to their lineup, dropping key players Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub for this series, which may impact their performance.

Looking Ahead

As the series unfolds, observers will be keen to see how the debutants perform and whether Pakistan can continue their winning streak against a competitive Bangladesh side. The match promises to be an exciting start to the three-match ODI series.