Bangladesh Squad Announced for ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Litton Das to Lead

Overview

Bangladesh have officially announced their squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, appointing Litton Das as team captain and Saif Hasan as vice captain. The selected lineup features a balanced mix of experience and young talent, while the team prepares to face strong opponents in the group stage.

Bangladesh T20 World Cup squad announced with Litton Das as captain.
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The Bangladesh Cricket Board has officially confirmed the national squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Wicketkeeper batsman Litton Das has been appointed as the team captain, reflecting the board confidence in his leadership and recent performances.

This announcement marks an important step as Bangladesh prepare for the mega tournament against some of the world strongest teams.

Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2026 Squad

The squad selected for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 includes the following players:

• Saif Hasan
• Tanzid Hasan
• Shamim Hossain
• Mustafizur Rahman
• Nurul Hasan
• Tanzim Hasan Sakib
• Mehidy Hasan
• Taskin Ahmed
• Parvez Hossain Emon
• Rishad Hossain
• Mohammad Saifuddin
• Towhid Hridoy
• Nasum Ahmed
• Shoriful Islam

This combination offers depth in batting, variety in bowling, and strong fielding options giving Bangladesh a competitive edge in different match situations.

Leadership and Team Strategy

Captain and Vice Captain

• Captain: Litton Das
• Vice Captain: Saif Hasan

Litton calm approach and experience in pressure situations make him a natural choice for leadership. Saif Hasan will support him as vice captain, adding stability to the top order and on the field.

Group Stage Opponents

Bangladesh have been placed in a challenging group alongside:

• England
• West Indies
• Nepal
• Italy

This group promises exciting contests, especially against England and West Indies, both known for their aggressive T20 style.

First Match Schedule

Bangladesh will begin their T20 World Cup campaign on 7 February with their opening match against West Indies in Kolkata.

The team will be aiming for a strong start to build momentum early in the tournament.

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