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The Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Schedule 2023 has been confirmed where Afghanistan is set to tour Bangladesh in 2023 for bilateral Test, ODI and T20 series during the months of June and July. The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Schedule 2023 has been officially confirmed as per ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP) and consists of one Tests, three ODIs and two T20 matches with complete series fixtures, match dates.
The highly-anticipated ODI series between Afghanistan and Bangladesh will commence on July 5, 2023, at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. This marks the return of star spinner Rashid Khan to the Afghan ODI squad after his impressive performance in IPL 2023. Following the three ODIs, the teams will then face off in two T20Is, with the first match scheduled for July 14 and last T20 on July 16 at the Sylhet District Stadium in Sylhet.
Below is the full Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 2023 schedule with complete fixtures and time table of all matches, dates, venues and timing of matches in GMT, local and EST (Eastern Standard Time).
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Series / Tour Programs
As per Bangladesh vs Afghanistan schedule, both teams will play several matches over upcoming months during bilateral series and ICC events. In addition to these ICC events, both teams are set to play a bilateral series first in Bangladesh and then in Afghanistan later (likely at neutral venue).
| Dates / Month | Series Details | Host |
|---|---|---|
| Mar – May 2023 | IPL 2023 (BAN / AFG Players) | India |
| Jun – Jul 2023 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Bilateral Series | Bangladesh |
| Aug – Sep 2023 | Asia Cup 2023 | Pakistan / UAE |
| 10 October – 26 November 2023 | ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 | India |
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Test Schedule
| Jun 14, Wed – Jun 18, Sun | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Only Test | 12am EST | 4am GMT | 10am Local Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Schedule for ODI Series
| Jul 05, Wed | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 1st ODI | 1am EST | 5am GMT | 11am Local Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jul 08, Sat | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI | 1am EST | 5am GMT | 11am Local Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram |
| Jul 11, Tue | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI | 1am EST | 5am GMT | 11am Local Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram |
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Schedule for T20 Series
| Jul 14, Fri | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 1st T20 | 5am EST | 9am GMT | 3pm Local Sylhet District Stadium, Sylhet |
| Jul 16, Sun | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 2nd T20 | 5am EST | 9am GMT | 3pm Local Sylhet District Stadium, Sylhet |
Afghanistan tour of Bangladesh Series Overview
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced the schedule for Afghanistan’s upcoming tour of Bangladesh, comprising one Test, three ODIs, and two T20Is. The tour will commence on June 14 with a Test match at Dhaka’s Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. The Afghan team is set to arrive on June 10, and after a break for Eid-ul-Adha, they will return on July 1. The ODI series will be held in Chattogram starting from July 5, followed by a two-match T20I series in Sylhet concluding on July 16.
Before facing Bangladesh, Afghanistan will compete against Sri Lanka in a three-match ODI series starting on June 2. In previous encounters, Afghanistan secured a significant win in the Test format, while Bangladesh holds the edge in ODIs, and Afghanistan has a better record in T20Is.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Schedule Details:
The action-packed journey will begin with the one-off Test match in Dhaka, marking the start of an intense cricketing battle between the two nations. The highly-anticipated three-match ODI series will kick off on July 5, with all the games taking place in Chattogram, a bustling cricketing hub in Bangladesh. Following the conclusion of the ODI series, a thrilling two-match T20I series will be held in Sylhet, culminating on July 16.
The ODI series between Afghanistan and Bangladesh serves as a crucial opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023 and 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in India. ODI matches closely resemble the format of the World Cup, making them valuable practice games for teams to fine-tune their strategies, identify weaknesses, and assess player performances under pressure. It will allow both Bangladesh and Afghanistan teams to experiment with different combinations, test their bench strength, and analyze the opposition’s strengths and weaknesses.
The schedule for the ODI and T20I series between Afghanistan and Bangladesh is as follows:
ODI Matches:
- 1st ODI: July 5, 2023, at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, Bangladesh.
- 2nd ODI: July 7, 2023, at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, Bangladesh.
- 3rd ODI: July 9, 2023, at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, Bangladesh.
T20I Matches List:
- 1st T20I: July 14, 2023, at Sylhet District Stadium in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
- 2nd T20I: July 16, 2023, at Sylhet District Stadium in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
Afghanistan Squad for Bangladesh Series
Afghanistan squad for Bangladesh ODIs: Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil, Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Abdul Rahman, Izharulhaq Naveed Shahidullah, Zia-ur-Rehman, Wafadar Momand, Mohammad Saleem, Sayed Shirzad
Afghanistan backup reserve: Karim Janat, Zubaid Akbari, Qais Ahmad, Ihsanullah Janat, Gulbadin Naib, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Naveen-ul-Haq, Farid Malik, Darwish Rasooli, Ishaq Rahimi
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Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Schedule FAQs
What is the schedule for Afghanistan’s tour of Bangladesh?
The tour consists of one Test match, three ODIs, and two T20Is. It starts on June 14 with the Test match at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
When will the Afghan team arrive in Bangladesh?
The touring Afghan team is scheduled to arrive on June 10, allowing them a few days to acclimate to the conditions and prepare for the series.
Where will the ODIs and T20Is be played?
The three-match ODI series will take place in Chattogram, while the two-match T20I series will be held in Sylhet.
What are the previous records between Afghanistan and Bangladesh?
Afghanistan recorded a dominant 224-run victory over Bangladesh in their previous Test match. However, in ODIs, Bangladesh holds a 7-4 win record in head-to-head matchups, while Afghanistan has a 6-3 advantage in T20Is.
Will Shakib Al Hasan be playing in the series?
No, Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s star all-rounder, will miss the series due to a finger injury he sustained during the ODI series against Ireland. He is expected to be sidelined for approximately six weeks.