The Bangladesh men’s cricket team is set to tour Pakistan for a five-match T20 International (T20I) series from May 25 to June 3, 2025. This short-format tour serves as a key preparatory campaign for both teams ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2025, scheduled to begin in Sri Lanka just days later.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed the series, which will be played at two venues — Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium — under full security arrangements.
📅 T20I Series Schedule (Provisional)
- 1st T20I: May 25 – Lahore
- 2nd T20I: May 27 – Lahore
- 3rd T20I: May 29 – Lahore
- 4th T20I: June 1 – Rawalpindi
- 5th T20I: June 3 – Rawalpindi
All matches will be day-night fixtures and are expected to be sold out as fans return in full force after Ramadan and Eid celebrations.
🧠 Strategic Importance
This series holds strategic value for both sides as they:
- Finalize team combinations before the T20 World Cup
- Test young players and backup options in match conditions
- Sharpen skills in subcontinental conditions similar to Sri Lanka
Both teams are in Group C for the World Cup and could meet again depending on Super 8 progression.
🌟 Players to Watch
Pakistan:
- Babar Azam (Captain)
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Usman Khan (emerging power-hitter)
Bangladesh:
- Shakib Al Hasan (Veteran all-rounder)
- Litton Das
- Taskin Ahmed
- Towhid Hridoy (rising talent)
🗣️ Officials Comment
Najam Sethi (PCB):
“We’re glad to host a competitive series right before the World Cup. Bangladesh always brings intensity and skill, and this will be a great spectacle for fans.”
BCB President Nazmul Hassan:
“This is a crucial tour for us. Pakistan’s conditions offer a valuable test for our squad ahead of global competition.”
📺 Broadcast & Coverage
- Live coverage via PTV Sports, Gazi TV, and FanCode
- Streaming on ICC.tv for select regions
- Match highlights and analysis available on YouTube and social media
This series not only builds hype for the T20 World Cup but also strengthens bilateral ties and showcases high-quality cricket between two passionate cricketing nations.
