Bangladesh national team cricketers have been resting for a few days after playing two consecutive bilateral series. They are enjoying this time in their own way. However, with the Asia Cup ahead, the Tigers will start the training camp from tomorrow (Wednesday). The cricketers will have to report at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur at 8 am.
The Bangladesh team’s training camp will start tomorrow and continue till August 15. The Tigers will practice under Nathan Kelly for the first few days. After a few days of break, the Bangladesh team will camp in Sylhet from the 20th. Ahead of the Asia Cup starting in September, the BCB has organized a bilateral series against the Netherlands from August 30.
However, before the series starts, the cricketers will undergo a skill and fitness camp. Earlier, Taskin Ahmed and Liton Das also expressed their desire to play another series before the Asia Cup. The BCB has given priority to their desire. The Netherlands team will come to Bangladesh on August 26. After that, the series will start on August 30. The remaining two matches of the three-match T20 series will be held on September 1 and 3. All the matches of the series will be held in Sylhet.
Bangladesh’s preliminary squad for the Asia Cup:
Liton Das (captain), Tanjid Hasan Tamim, Naeem Sheikh, Parvez Emon, Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Mehedi Hasan Miraj, Sheikh Mehedi, Zakir Ali Anik, Shamim Patwary, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Tanjim Shakib, Saifuddin, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman, Shariful Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Nurul Hasan Sohan, Mahidul Ankon, Saif Hasan.
FAQ
When will Bangladesh’s training camp for the Asia Cup start?
The training camp begins on Wednesday, August 7, 2025, at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.
How long will the initial training camp last?
The first phase of the camp will run until August 15, followed by a second phase in Sylhet starting August 20.
Who will oversee the early part of the training camp?
The Tigers will train under the guidance of Nathan Kelly during the initial days of the camp.
Why is the camp important for the players?
The camp focuses on fitness and skill-building, ensuring players are fully prepared for the Asia Cup starting in September.
Is there any international series scheduled before the Asia Cup?
Yes, Bangladesh will play a three-match T20 series against the Netherlands, starting August 30 in Sylhet.
