Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced a 16-member ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Sri Lanka, with star wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das making a notable return after being left out of the Champions Trophy 2025 squad. The series is scheduled to begin on July 2, with the first two matches set in Colombo and the final encounter in Pallekele.
Key Squad Announcement and Litton Das’s Return
The selection panel, led by chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain, decided to recall Litton Das despite his recent lean patch in the white-ball format. “Litton Das was in a bad patch but time is the best healer. He is the T20 captain, so we can consider him till the next T20 World Cup. If someone has to return to form, it is best to spend a long time in the middle. We feel that Litton can take his form from ODIs to T20Is,” said Ashraf, highlighting the management’s confidence in his ability to bounce back. This decision comes as a corrective measure after the wicketkeeper-batter missed out on the Champions Trophy 2025, and his return is seen as an essential move to strengthen the side ahead of the series.
Additional Inclusions and Strategic Outlook
Alongside Litton Das, the squad includes experienced players such as fast bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman, who are returning from injury. Other notable inclusions are Mohammad Naim, Shamim Hossain, Tanvir Islam, and Hasan Mahmud. The selectors have made these choices to ensure a balanced side that can manage player workloads while adapting to different roles in pursuit of improved team performance. With the absence of some senior players following recent retirements and form issues, the recall of Litton Das is expected to add depth and experience to the batting department as well as behind the stumps.
Looking Ahead
As Bangladesh prepares to face Sri Lanka in what promises to be a competitive series, the reintroduction of Litton Das is anticipated to inject both stability and renewed vigor into the team. Analysts believe that this strategic call-up not only addresses previous selection concerns but also positions the team optimally in the lead-up to major tournaments. The upcoming matches will provide a crucial opportunity for Litton Das to recalibrate his form and for Bangladesh to showcase their adaptability in the evolving ODI landscape.
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