Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, one-off Test: BAN vs AFG Head to Head, Playing XI, Preview, Where to Watch on TV, Online, and Live Streaming Details

Bangladesh take on Afghanistan in a one-off Test in Mirpur from June 14.

By Akshit Bhatnagar

Updated - 13 Jun 2023, 18:23 IST

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Bangladesh and Afghanistan are all set to take each other on for a one-off Test match, scheduled to begin from June 14. The match will be played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

Bangladesh last competed in a Test match when they took on the Andrew Balbirnie-led Ireland back in April. The Shakib Al Hasan-led side was quick to finish the game, winning by seven wickets. Furthermore, Bangladesh has been in good form in white-ball cricket as well, and they would be keen on emerging victorious when they take on Afghanistan as well. 

On the other hand, Afghanistan has had a long hiatus from Test cricket. They last played a game in the longest format when they took on Zimbabwe back in March 2021 in a two-match Test series, when they emerged victorious in sensational fashion. 

Pitch and Conditions:

The surface at the Sher-e-Bangla national cricket stadium is a batter-friendly one. With little help from the bowlers, a big score and a thrilling run chase could be expected. Choosing to bowl first after winning the toss could prove to be a wise decision.

Probable Playing XIs for BAN vs AFG, One off Test:

Bangladesh

Bangladesh would look to field a strong XI with the likes of Najmul Shanto, Tamim Iqbal, Litton Das and Mushfiqur Rahim available in the squad.

Probable Playing XI: Tamim Iqbal, Litton Das (c) (wk), Najmul Shanto, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mehidy Hasan, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Ebadot Hossain.

Afghanistan 

Under the leadership of Hasmatullah Shahidi, Afghanistan would be keen on putting in a strong performance to get off to a good start to the multi-format series as well. With the likes of Abdul Malik and Nasir Jamal, Afghanistan could make a strong case for themselves in the one off Test match.

Probable Playing XI: Abdul Malik, Bahir Shah, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hasmatullah Shahidi (Captain), Afsar Zazai (wicket-keeper), Nasir Jamal, Amir Hamza, Yamin Ahmadzai, Izharulhaq Naveed, and Zahir Khan.

BAN vs AFG Head-to-Head in Tests

Played - 1 | Bangladesh - 0 | Afghanistan - 1 

BAN vs AFG Broadcast Details:

Timing: 09:00 AM IST  

Live Streaming: Fancode app and website

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