Pakistan vs bangladesh: ODI series begins with debutants

The series marks Bangladesh’s return to 50-over cricket after missing out on the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The first ODI match is scheduled for March 11, 2026, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.

Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi confirmed that three players will make their ODI debuts against Bangladesh. The debutants are Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Shamyl Hussain. Sahibzada Farhan notably scored a record 383 runs in seven matches during the T20 World Cup 2026.

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As the series unfolds, Pakistan has dropped key players Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub from the team for this series. Afridi expressed confidence in 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 victory over the West Indies in their most recent ODI, showcasing their readiness for the challenge ahead. Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and elected to bowl first, indicating a strategic approach to the match.

The first ODI match will not be telecasted on any channel in India. However, fans can watch the live stream on the FanCode app and website. The match is set to start at 2:15 PM Bangladesh Standard Time, which corresponds to 1:45 PM IST and 4:15 AM EDT for viewers in the United States.

As the series progresses, observers are keen to see how the debutants perform and whether Pakistan can maintain their momentum after winning their last two home ODI series against South Africa and Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, Bangladesh aims to build on their recent success and prove their competitiveness in the ODI format.