The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a preliminary 25-member squad in the first week of August ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup. However, the BCB will have to submit a final 15-member squad to the ICC by August 22.
There is not much surprise about who will be in Bangladesh’s Asia Cup squad. You can see familiar faces after looking around.
It is heard that wicketkeeper-batter Nurul Hasan Sohan has a strong chance of getting a chance in the squad. This has been revealed from a source in the BCB. Sohan is a regular performer in the country’s domestic cricket. This wicketkeeper-batter has been proving himself in almost all the domestic cricket tournaments.
Nurul Hasan Sohan has not been seen in the national team jersey since December 2023. However, during this time, he has been performing regularly in domestic cricket. Due to which Sohan is dreaming of returning to the national team again. He last played international ODIs and Tests in 2023. After that, he did not get another opportunity.
However, he sees getting a place in the national team or being left out as normal. He is currently spending a busy time in a tournament for the ‘A’ team in Australia. Before going there to play, Sohan said that only those who are worthy and who are doing well have the right to get a chance in the national team.
Sohan’s dream of playing for the national team since childhood is still intact, ‘Playing for the Bangladesh team is a matter of great pride. I have been dreaming of playing there since childhood, and I still dream of it. If I get the opportunity, I will definitely try to give my best.’
It remains to be seen when the BCB officially announces the team. In the meantime, the two arch-rivals Pakistan and India have announced their squads. Bangladesh will play a series against the Netherlands at home before going on the Asia Cup mission.
FAQ
Who is Nurul Hasan Sohan?
Nurul Hasan Sohan is a Bangladeshi wicketkeeper-batter who has represented the national team in ODIs and Tests. He is also a regular performer in domestic cricket.
Why is Nurul Hasan Sohan in the news ahead of the Asia Cup 2025?
Sohan is being considered for a comeback to the national team for the Asia Cup 2025 due to his consistent performances in domestic tournaments.
When did Sohan last play for Bangladesh?
Sohan last represented Bangladesh in international ODIs and Tests in December 2023.
What is Sohan currently doing?
He is currently playing for the Bangladesh ‘A’ team in Australia and continuing to perform in domestic cricket.
When will the final Bangladesh squad for the Asia Cup be announced?
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) must submit the final 15-member squad to the ICC by August 22, 2025.
