Dhaka: The Bangladesh cricket team is set for a bustling 2025 with a packed schedule featuring major international tournaments and several bilateral series. The year promises to keep the team and its supporters engaged, with significant matches and events lined up throughout the year.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Bangladesh's cricket calendar will commence with the ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to take place in Pakistan and the UAE. The team has secured a spot in the competition and will face formidable opponents such as India, Pakistan, and New Zealand during the group stage. Success in the group stages could see Bangladesh advance to the semifinals and finals, adding two more critical matches to their itinerary.
In addition to the Champions Trophy, Bangladesh will participate in the prestigious Asia Cup, hosted by India in September. The team's commitment to international cricket is further highlighted by its involvement in six bilateral series, four of which will be hosted on home soil. Zimbabwe will kick off their tour of Bangladesh in March, participating in three ODIs and three T20s. Following this, Bangladesh will travel to Pakistan in May for a series comprising three ODIs and three T20Is.
Later in the year, the cricket schedule will see Sri Lanka touring Bangladesh for a comprehensive month-long series in June-July, featuring two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is. This will be followed by a visit from India in August, with both teams competing in three ODIs and three T20Is. The West Indies will also tour Bangladesh in October-November, engaging in three ODIs and three T20Is. The year will conclude with a series against Ireland, including two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is.
Additionally, Bangladesh is expected to play two Tests against Afghanistan, which were postponed from the previous year due to scheduling issues between the two cricket boards.
Bangladesh's cricket fans are eager for the team to capitalize on the opportunities presented in 2025, hoping for a year of memorable performances and success on the international stage.