BCB announces Test squad for Sri Lanka series

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, officially marking the Tigers' entry into the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, report agencies.

The first Test will be held at the Galle International Stadium from June 17, followed by the second Test in Colombo from June 25. The Bangladesh squad is scheduled to depart for Sri Lanka on June 13 to prepare for the crucial red-ball assignment.

Top-order batter Najmul Hossain Shanto has been retained as Bangladesh's Test captain for another year, reaffirming the BCB's trust in his leadership. Shanto initially took charge in 2024 and has since grown into the role with a focus on long-term red-ball stability.

All-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz also continues as vice-captain, preserving the leadership combination that guided Bangladesh through the previous season.

The series carries added significance as it kickstarts Bangladesh's campaign in the new ICC World Test Championship cycle (2025-2027). With key points up for grabs early on, the team will be looking to start strong in overseas conditions.

Bangladesh Test Squad for Sri Lanka Tour: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque Bijoy, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Kumer Das, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Vice-Captain), Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Hasan Murad, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, Syed Khaled Ahmed