The trophy for the upcoming ODI series between Pakistan and Bangladesh was officially unveiled, signalling the start of the highly anticipated cricket contest.
At the ceremony, Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi and Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz jointly revealed the trophy, highlighting sportsmanship and competitive spirit.
Match officials for the series were announced, confirming that Naeem-ul-Rasheed will serve as match referee and supervise all scheduled encounters.
The on-field umpires for the ODI matches include Kumar Dharmasena, Adrian Holdstock, Ghazi Sohail, Tanvir Ahmed, and Masood Al-Rahman, who will oversee match proceedings.
Last week, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-member squad for the ODI series against Bangladesh, scheduled from March 11 to 15 at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
Left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi will continue to lead the side as captain, guiding a balanced mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talent ahead of the three-match white-ball series.
The squad features six uncapped players, providing opportunities for Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan, and Shamyl Hussain to make their international ODI debuts.
Among the newcomers, Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Saad Masood, and Shamyl Hussain recently represented the Pakistan Shaheens squad in competitive matches against the England Lions in Abu Dhabi, gaining valuable experience ahead of the series.
Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | March 11 | Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium | Dhaka |
| 2nd ODI | March 13 | Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium | Dhaka |
| 3rd ODI | March 15 | Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium | Dhaka |