Bangladesh to play 3-match ODI series against Afghanistan

The ACB (Afghanistan Cricket Board) confirmed that it will host Bangladesh for a series of three ODI (One Day International) matches from November 06 – 11 in the United Arab Emirates.

Confirming the matter, ACB also announced the schedule of the series in post in its official website on Sunday.

The three-match ODI series will begin on 6th of November, with the 2nd and 3rd ODIs scheduled to be played on the 9th and 11th of November, respectively, in the United Arab Emirates. The exact venue is yet to be finalized.

These three ODIs, along with three T20Is and two Tests, were originally part of Afghanistan’s Future Tour Program (FTP) and scheduled for July-August this year. However, the series was postponed due to extreme heat in the UAE and India, where ACB usually hosts its home events.

Following extensive discussions, both boards have agreed to proceed with just the ODI leg, which will be crucial in both teams' preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy which is set to take place in Pakistan in February next year.

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Faruque Ahmed, on Thursday, said he feels that the three ODIs will be considered as preparation for the Champions Trophy in 2025. 

"We are trying to play three ODIs on our way to West Indies," Faruque Ahmed told the reporters on Thursday after a board of directors meeting in Mirpur. 

Series Schedule:  

Date                                    Format                           Venue

Wed, Nov 06                       1st  ODI                         UAE

Sat, Nov 09                         2nd ODI                        UAE

Mon, Nov 11                       3rd ODI                        UAE