Pakistan will travel to Bangladesh in March 2026 for a three-match ODI series. The tour runs from March 11 to March 15, 2026. All three matches will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.
This series carries extra weight for both teams. Pakistan is rebuilding after an early exit from the T20 World Cup 2026, where they failed to reach the semifinals.
Bangladesh is returning to international cricket after missing the T20 World Cup altogether due to a dispute with the ICC over venue arrangements. Both sides now shift their focus to the 2027 ODI World Cup, and this series gives them a chance to test new players and combinations.
Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026 Overview
The PCB and BCB confirmed this three-match ODI series as part of the ICC Future Tours Programme. Pakistan arrived in Dhaka on March 9, 2026, and held a training session on March 10 ahead of the opening match. This is Pakistan’s first tour to Bangladesh since 2015, when Bangladesh clean-swept the visitors 3-0 in ODIs.
The series has been officially titled the Dutch-Bangla Bank Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI Series 2026. It marks a new chapter for Pakistan cricket under Shaheen Shah Afridi’s captaincy.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tour Name | Dutch-Bangla Bank BAN vs PAK ODI Series 2026 |
| Format | 3 ODIs (Day/Night) |
| Tour Dates | March 11 – March 15, 2026 |
| Venue | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
| Pakistan Captain | Shaheen Shah Afridi |
| Bangladesh Captain | Mehidy Hasan Miraz |
| Key Absence | Babar Azam dropped from the Pakistan squad |
| Primary Objective | Preparation for ICC ODI World Cup 2027 |
| Pakistan’s Recent Form | Won last two ODI series (vs South Africa 2-1, vs Sri Lanka 2-0) |
| Bangladesh’s Recent Form | Won home ODI series vs West Indies 2-1 in 2025 |
Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI Schedule
All three ODI matches are day/night fixtures at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. Here is the complete ODI match schedule:
| Match | Date | Day | Time (IST/GMT/Local) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Mar 11, 2026 | Wednesday | 1:45 PM / 8:15 AM / 2:15 PM | Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
| 2nd ODI | Mar 13, 2026 | Friday | 1:45 PM / 8:15 AM / 2:15 PM | Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
| 3rd ODI | Mar 15, 2026 | Sunday | 1:45 PM / 8:15 AM / 2:15 PM | Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
All three ODIs start at 8:15 AM GMT (2:15 PM local time, 1:45 PM IST, 1:15 PM PKT). The day/night format means the matches will finish under floodlights, and dew could play a role in the second innings. The first session runs from 2:15 PM to 5:45 PM local time, followed by a 45-minute break, and the second session runs from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM local time.
Squad Details
Here are the full squad lists for both Pakistan and Bangladesh for this ODI match.
Pakistan Squad
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Sahibzada Farhan, Shamyl Hussain, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Abdul Samad, Hussain Talat, Maaz Sadaqat, Saad Masood, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Faisal Akram, Abrar Ahmed, and Ghazi Ghori (wk).
Pakistan made several bold selection calls for this tour. The biggest surprise is the exclusion of Babar Azam, who has been dropped after a poor showing at the T20 World Cup.
Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman also missed out. Sahibzada Farhan, who scored 383 runs in the T20 World Cup 2026 as the tournament’s leading run-scorer, will make his ODI debut.
Coach Mike Hesson has said the uncapped players have earned their spots through strong domestic performances.
Bangladesh Squad
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tawhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk), Afif Hossain, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Nahid Rana.
Bangladesh have picked most of their first-choice players. Litton Das returns to the ODI side and will bat at No. 5 while keeping wicket. Coach Phil Simmons picked Litton for his ability to play spin well, which matters a lot on Mirpur’s turning surfaces.
Afif Hossain also returns after a break to strengthen the middle order. Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed lead the pace attack, while Rishad Hossain and Tanvir Islam provide the spin options.
Key Players to Watch
| Team | Player | Role / Status | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | Shaheen Shah Afridi | Captain & Pace Bowler | Looking for a 3rd consecutive ODI series win; key for early wickets on slow Mirpur pitches. |
| Mohammad Rizwan | Wicketkeeper-Batter | Scored 314 runs in last 10 ODIs (Avg: 44.85); provides middle-order stability. | |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Opening Batter | ODI Debutant; leading run-scorer at T20 World Cup 2026 with 383 runs. | |
| Salman Ali Agha | All-rounder | Top ODI run-scorer recently with 320 runs (Avg: 45.71, SR: 83.98). | |
| Bangladesh | Mehidy Hasan Miraz | Captain & All-rounder | Crucial spin-bowling threat; looking to establish himself as a long-term leader. |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Pace Bowler | Experienced leader of the attack; specialized in cutters/slower balls for Dhaka surfaces. | |
| Litton Das | Batter (No. 5) | Returning to the side, specifically selected for his technical skill against spin. | |
| Rishad Hossain | Leg-spinner | In hot form with 14 wickets in last 5 ODIs at an impressive economy of 4.41. |
Where to Watch Bangladesh vs Pakistan Live
Cricket fans can watch the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh through several platforms. The broadcast details depend on the region.
- India: The series will not air on TV in India. FanCode holds the streaming rights. Indian fans can watch all three matches on the FanCode app and website. A match pass starts at ₹29.
- Pakistan: PTV Sports and Geo Super will broadcast the matches on TV. Fans can also stream the games on the Tapmad and Tamasha apps.
- Bangladesh: iScreen will live-stream all three ODIs for fans in Bangladesh.
Other Regions: ICC.tv provides live streaming for international cricket in many regions. Fans in Europe, the Middle East, and other territories can check this platform for coverage. Local sports broadcasters in various countries may also carry the series.
Tickets Information
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has released ticket details for the series. Tickets start from ৳200 (Bangladeshi Taka). Fans can buy tickets online through the BCB’s official ticketing platform. The BCB posted the ticket-buying links on their official social media accounts on March 7, 2026. Tickets are also available through the official BCB mobile app on both Google Play and Apple App Store.
Since all three matches take place at one venue in Dhaka, fans can plan their visits more easily. The Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium has a seating capacity of about 25,000. Fans in Dhaka and surrounding areas should book their tickets early through official channels to avoid a last-minute rush.
Venue Details
Here are the Venue Details:
Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
All three matches of the tour will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium (also called Mirpur Stadium) in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The stadium sits about 10 kilometres from the city centre in the Mirpur district.
The ground is named after A.K. Fazlul Huq, a revered Bengali leader who earned the title Sher-e-Bangla, meaning Tiger of Bengal. The stadium holds about 25,000 people. The Bangladesh Cricket Board took over this ground in 2004, replacing the Bangabandhu National Stadium as the home of Bangladesh cricket.
The first international cricket match at this venue took place in December 2006 when Bangladesh played Zimbabwe. Since then, the stadium has hosted matches at the 2011 World Cup, 2012 and 2014 Asia Cup, 2016 Asia Cup, and the 2014 ICC World Twenty20 final. It also hosts Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) matches regularly.
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Conclusion: BAN vs PAK ODI Series Begins On March 11, 2026
The Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2026 brings three ODI matches between two teams at very different stages. Pakistan are testing a new-look squad without Babar Azam and with six uncapped players. Bangladesh are hungry to prove themselves after missing the T20 World Cup and a three-month break from international cricket.
Pakistan start as favourites based on the overall head-to-head record, where they lead 34-5 in 39 ODIs. But Bangladesh know how to win at Mirpur. They swept Pakistan 3-0 the last time these teams played ODIs in Bangladesh back in 2015. The spin-friendly conditions, evening dew, and a passionate home crowd all work in Bangladesh’s favour.
