Cricket fans are set for an exciting limited-overs contest as the Pakistan National Cricket Team tours Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series in March 2026. All three matches will be played at the iconic Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka, a venue known for its spin-friendly conditions and electric atmosphere.

Both teams are entering the series with a mix of experienced performers and promising young players, making this contest particularly interesting. While Pakistan are experimenting with several fresh faces, Bangladesh will rely on their balanced squad led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz.

This series will play a crucial role for both teams as they look to strengthen their ODI combinations and give opportunities to emerging talents.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series 2026- Full Schedule

All matches will start at 08:15 AM GMT / 02:15 PM Local Time in Dhaka.

Pakistan ODI Squad vs Bangladesh

Pakistan have announced a squad featuring several new and young players, with Shaheen Shah Afridi leading the side. The team management appears keen on testing new combinations while still maintaining a core of experienced performers.

Pakistan Full Squad

Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Hussain Talat, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Shamyl Hussain.

Pakistan's squad indicates a transition phase, with several domestic performers getting opportunities to prove themselves on the international stage.

Pakistan Probable Playing XI

Since the squad includes many fresh faces, Pakistan's final combination for the first ODI remains uncertain. However, the team will likely build its core around some of its most reliable players.

1. Sahibzada Farhan
2. Saad Masood
3. Salman Ali Agha
4. Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
5. Hussain Talat
6. Maaz Sadaqat
7. Faheem Ashraf
8. Shaheen Shah Afridi (c)
9. Haris Rauf
10. Abrar Ahmed
11. Mohammad Wasim Jr

Key Players for Pakistan

• Shaheen Shah Afridi: Leading the attack with his pace and swing.
• Mohammad Rizwan: The backbone of Pakistan’s batting lineup.
• Haris Rauf: A wicket-taking option in the middle and death overs.
• Faheem Ashraf: Expected to play a crucial all-round role throughout the series.

Young players such as Shamyl Hussain and Maaz Sadaqat could also become breakout performers if given opportunities.

Bangladesh ODI Squad vs Pakistan

Bangladesh will enter the series under the captaincy of Mehidy Hasan Miraz, with a squad that blends experienced international players with some talented young cricketers.

The home side will aim to take advantage of familiar conditions in Dhaka, especially with their spin-heavy bowling lineup.

Bangladesh Full Squad: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Soumya Sarkar, Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tawhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Afif Hossain, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Rishad Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana.

Bangladesh Probable Playing XI

Bangladesh have a more settled lineup compared to Pakistan and are likely to field a balanced side featuring both pace and spin options.

1. Litton Das
2. Saif Hassan
3. Tawhid Hridoy
4. Najmul Hossain Shanto
5. Tanzid Hasan
6. Soumya Sarkar
7. Afif Hossain
8. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c)
9. Rishad Hossain
10. Taskin Ahmed
11. Shoriful Islam

Key Players for Bangladesh

• Litton Das: A destructive opener capable of dominating the powerplay.
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz: The captain and a crucial all-round contributor.
• Taskin Ahmed: Bangladesh’s leading fast-bowling weapon.
• Mustafizur Rahman: Known for his deadly cutters in limited-overs cricket.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI Series- What to Expect

The upcoming ODI series promises to be an intriguing contest between youth and experience. Pakistan’s relatively new squad will look to prove themselves against a Bangladesh team that enjoys strong home support.

Bangladesh’s strength lies in their spin-friendly conditions and balanced lineup, while Pakistan will rely on their pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf.

If Pakistan’s young batters settle quickly, the series could turn into a closely fought battle. On the other hand, Bangladesh will aim to use their home advantage to dominate the series.

Series: Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026
Format: 3-Match ODI Series
Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka