New Zealand chose to take first strike after winning the toss in the opening One Day International of their 2026 tour of Bangladesh, setting the tone for what promises to be a competitive limited-overs series.
The first fixture is being staged at the iconic Shere Bangla National Stadium, a venue known for offering balanced conditions that can challenge both batters and bowlers. With conditions expected to favor early movement, New Zealand’s decision to bat suggests confidence in their top order to negotiate the initial phase and post a strong total.
This match marks the beginning of the New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026, with both sides aiming to build momentum early in the series. Bangladesh, playing on home soil, will look to exploit familiar conditions and apply pressure with their spin-heavy attack, particularly in the middle overs.
The contest is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM local time in Dhaka, with fans anticipating a closely fought battle between two well-matched sides in the 50-over forma
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Squads
New Zealand Squad: Will Young, Tom Latham(w/c), Henry Nicholls, Dane Cleaver, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Ben Sears, Adithya Ashok, Blair Tickner, Ben Lister, William ORourke, Muhammad Abbas, Jayden Lennox, Dean Foxcroft, Nick Kelly
Bangladesh Squad: Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das(w), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz(c), Saif Hassan, Taskin Ahmed, Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Rishad Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Nahid Rana
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