Injured Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan to miss Pakistan ODIs

Bangladesh will be without injured pacers Hasan Mahmud and Tanzim Hasan Sakib for the forthcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan. While Mahmud is suffering from a tennis elbow on the right hand, Tanzim was ruled out with a back injury.

The 15-member squad led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz sees the recall of Afif Hossain while Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan holds on to his place in the middle order. Notable omissions from the squad that featured in the last ODI series against West Indies in October 2025 include Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Jaker Ali and Shamim Hossain.

Explaining the changes, chairman of selectors Gazi Ashraf Hossain said: "We have provided opportunities to several players in the middle order, but unfortunately some have not done enough to secure their places. With that in mind, Afif Hossain has been recalled. He brings valuable experience and is currently appears to be in fine touch. Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan has been retained and this is a good opportunity for him to fulfil the potential he has shown."

Addressing concerns around Litton Das's recent form, he added: "There may be questions about Litton Das's recent ODI form, but he has been working closely with the coaches on his game. We believe he can soon produce his best in this format and are considering him as an option to strengthen the middle order."

The three matches are set to be played in Dhaka on March 11, 13 and 15.

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