BCB proposes extra T20I match against UAE

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has proposed adding an extra match to their ongoing two-match T20I series against the United Arab Emirates. This move comes as part of their preparations for the upcoming tour of Pakistan, report agencies.

Originally, Bangladesh was scheduled to play two T20Is in Sharjah before heading to Pakistan.

However, with the Pakistan tour still awaiting confirmation amid the ongoing India-Pakistan tensions, the BCB has requested an additional T20I to buy some time for further decisions.

The extended series would also make it more convenient for the team to travel directly to Pakistan from the UAE if the tour goes ahead.This proposal comes as the BCB plans to consult with players regarding their willingness to travel to Pakistan for the planned five-match T20I series.

The formal request for the extra match has already been sent to the Emirates Cricket Board.By winning the first match, Bangladesh maintained a trend of not losing any game to UAE so far. The victory in the second game would give them their fifth straight win against this opposition and also a second series sweep on the trot.

The second T20I will be played at the same venue today (Monday).