The Bangladesh Under-19 team will leave the country for England today (Sunday) to play a five-match ODI series. Upon arrival there, Azizul Hakim and Tamim will compete with the England youth. Former national team selector Habibul Bashar Suman is very optimistic about this team.
Bashar said, “I am very optimistic about this team. There are several players in this team who we can be optimistic about in the future. But we have to understand that the U-19s are just the beginning. They still have a long way to go.”
The former captain believes that the age-based level is just the beginning, from where the youngsters will improve to the next level with experience. Bashar said, “There are several potential players here. If we can take care of them properly after they get out of here and if they can also prepare themselves better… it has to work from both sides. They have the ability, the talent to go to the big stage.”
The combination of proper care from the board and team management and the players’ own hard work will help them make it to the big stage. The U-19 team has always been a success for Bangladesh. Whether they can become a force to be reckoned with in the national team will depend on their care and hard work, says Bashar. “Time will tell how well we can care for them and how they can prepare themselves better.”
Bashar also played for the youth team on his way to joining the national team. Stating that there were not so many facilities at that time, he said, “In our time, there was no Under-19 World Cup. I played in the Asia Cup. Then Sourav Ganguly was in the Indian team. Pakistan became the champion of the service. Although there were not so many facilities in our time.”
FAQ
Why is the Bangladesh U-19 team traveling to England?
The Bangladesh U-19 team is traveling to England to play a five-match ODI series against the England youth team.
Who will lead the Bangladesh U-19 team on this tour?
Azizul Hakim and Tamim will be key leaders for Bangladesh U-19 during the ODI series in England.
What did Habibul Bashar say about this team?
Former national team selector Habibul Bashar expressed strong optimism, saying the squad has talented players with the potential to succeed at higher levels.
Why does Bashar emphasize “proper care” for these young players?
Bashar believes proper care from the board and management, along with the players’ own hard work, is crucial for developing them into national-level stars.
Has the Bangladesh U-19 team been successful in the past?
Yes, Bangladesh U-19 teams have a history of success, including winning the ICC U-19 World Cup in 2020.
