The Asia Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 9 in the UAE, and Bangladesh will once again look to make a deep run in the tournament. Under the captaincy of Litton Das, Bangladesh have announced a balanced squad with a mix of experienced bowlers, promising young batters, and multiple wicketkeeping options. Drawn in Group B alongside Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong, Bangladesh will face strong competition but carry the hope of their fans to reach the Super Fours and fight for their maiden Asia Cup title.
Bangladesh Asia Cup 2025 Squad
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Litton Das (WK-Batter) |
| Batters | Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy |
| All-rounders | Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin |
| Wicketkeepers | Litton Das (C), Parvez Hossain Emon, Jaker Ali, Nurul Hasan |
| Bowlers | Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Rishad Hossain |
Bangladesh’s squad shows depth in the bowling attack, with Mustafizur, Taskin, and Shoriful leading the pace unit, while Nasum Ahmed and Rishad Hossain bring spin options.
Bangladesh’s Asia Cup 2025 Schedule (Group B)
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) | Time (GMT) | Time (Local – UAE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, Thu | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM Local |
| Sep 13, Sat | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM Local |
| Sep 16, Tue | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM Local |
If Bangladesh qualifies for the Super Fours, they will play from September 20 onwards against the top teams of Group A and B.
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Bangladesh Asia Cup 2025: SWOT Analysis
- Strengths: Strong bowling attack (Mustafizur, Taskin, Shoriful), experienced captain Litton Das, multiple wicketkeeping options.
- Weaknesses: Inconsistent middle order, lack of big-hitting finisher, some inexperienced players.
- Opportunities: Good chance to beat Sri Lanka & reach Super Fours, platform for young stars like Towhid Hridoy, prep for T20 World Cup 2026.
- Threats: Tough group with Sri Lanka & Afghanistan, pressure in must-win matches, injury risk to key pacers.
Venues for Bangladesh Matches
- Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi – Bangladesh will play all their Group B matches here.
- Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai – Venue for select Super Fours and the Final on September 28, 2025.
Tournament Format
- Group Stage: 8 teams, 2 groups of 4.
- Super Fours: Top 2 teams from each group qualify.
- Final: September 28, Dubai.
Bangladesh need at least two group-stage wins to secure a Super Fours spot.
Bangladesh Players to Watch
- Litton Das (C): Leading from the front as captain and opener.
- Towhid Hridoy: A young batter with consistency and flair in T20s.
- Mustafizur Rahman: Death-over specialist and Bangladesh’s pace spearhead.
- Taskin Ahmed & Shoriful Islam: Key new-ball bowlers who can strike early.
- Shamim Hossain & Mahedi Hasan: All-round options to strengthen the middle overs.
Live Streaming & Broadcast (Bangladesh Matches)
- India: Star Sports, Disney+ Hotstar
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV, Toffee App
- Pakistan: Ten Sports, Tapmad
- Sri Lanka: SLRC (Channel Eye)
- UAE: CricLife Max via Switch TV & eLife
- UK: TNT Sports, TNT Sports App
- USA & Canada: Disney+ Hotstar
- South Africa: SuperSport
Bangladesh’s Challenge in Asia Cup 2025
Bangladesh have been consistent in reaching finals in previous Asia Cups but are yet to lift the trophy. With a strong bowling lineup and flexible batting order, they will aim to overcome Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in Group B to secure a Super Fours berth. The match against Sri Lanka on September 13 in Abu Dhabi will be crucial to their campaign.
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The Asia Cup 2025 offers Bangladesh another opportunity to prove themselves as serious contenders in Asian cricket. With a balanced squad and experienced campaigners like Mustafizur and Litton Das, along with rising stars such as Towhid Hridoy and Tanzid Hasan, Bangladesh fans will be hoping for a historic run. If the team plays to its potential, they could not only qualify for the Super Fours but also challenge for the coveted Asia Cup title in Dubai.
