The Pakistan Cricket Board on 4 March confirmed a 15 player squad for the three match one day international series against Bangladesh national cricket team. The series is set to run from 11 to 15 March in Bangladesh.

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/pakistan-tour-of-bangladesh-2026-odi-test-schedule-confirmed/3700-5-0">All three fixtures</a> will be staged at the iconic Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka, providing a familiar venue for the hosts.

Left arm pacer <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/pakistan-vs-england-t20-shaheen-afridi-set-batter-reaction/3895-5-0">Shaheen Shah Afridi</a> will continue to lead the ODI unit as Pakistan look to build momentum in the 50 over format.

A notable highlight of the Pakistan ODI squad is the inclusion of six uncapped cricketers. Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan and Shamyl Hussain have all been handed opportunities to represent the national side at ODI level for the first time.

Four of those newcomers Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Saad Masood and Shamyl Hussain recently featured for Pakistan Shaheens in their series against England Lions in Abu Dhabi, where they gained valuable experience in competitive conditions.

The selectors appear keen to blend youth with experience as Pakistan prepare for the challenging <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/pakistan-tour-of-bangladesh-reschedule-psl-11-schedule-clash/2672-5-0">Bangladesh series</a> in subcontinental conditions.

<h2>Full 15 Member Squad</h2>

Shaheen Shah Afridi (captain), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Hussain Talat, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha and Shamyl Hussain.

<h3>Tour Schedule Confirmed</h3>

Pakistan are scheduled to arrive in Bangladesh on March 8, followed by a practice session on March 10.

The first ODI will be played on March 11 at Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. The second and third matches are set for March 13 and March 15 respectively, all at the same venue.

With a fresh looking squad and a dynamic leader at the helm, Pakistan will aim to make a strong statement in the three match series.

PCB names 15 member squad for three match ODI series against Bangladesh in Dhaka from 11 to 15 March. Shaheen Shah Afridi to lead the side.

Pakistan Announce 15 Member ODI Squad For Bangladesh Series

Pakistan&rsquo;s all-format tour of Bangladesh is heading toward a timetable shuffle as both cricket boards try to untangle a crowded calendar. The change is being driven by the confirmed dates of the 11th Pakistan Super League, which now runs from March 26 to May 3 next year.

Under the current Future Tours Programme, Pakistan were due to tour <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/bangladesh-u19-win-thriller-as-sri-lanka-u19-dominate-nepal/2659-5-0">Bangladesh</a> in March and April for a full bilateral series, including two World Test Championship matches, three ODIs and three T20Is. However, that window now clashes directly with the Pakistan Super League, forcing administrators to revisit the calendar.

Officials close to the matter say discussions between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the Bangladesh Cricket Board are already underway. The tour will move, but the structure will remain intact.

<h2>Boards Look for Breathing Room</h2>

A senior source within the BCB confirmed that the series will not be trimmed to fit the league. The emphasis, instead, is on finding space elsewhere in the calendar.

Sources say there is room for flexibility in the limited-overs fixtures. The ODI and T20I matches could be rescheduled within an adjusted window, while the Test matches remain the priority because of their importance to the World Test Championship. Final dates are expected once both boards reach an agreement on broadcast arrangements, venues, and travel logistics.

The PCB&rsquo;s announcement earlier in the day set the wheels in motion. Chairman Mohsin Naqvi revealed the PSL 11 window while addressing stakeholders, making it clear that the league&rsquo;s expanded format demands a longer stretch than previous seasons.

<h2>PSL Expansion Shapes the Calendar</h2>

Two new franchises are due to enter the league, lifting the team count to eight for the first time. It is the competition&rsquo;s biggest structural shift since 2018 and the main reason the tournament has been stretched over a longer period.

Behind the scenes, the PCB has also been busy beyond South Asia. Roadshows in <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/pcb-to-host-psl-roadshow-at-lords-cricket-ground/2533-5-0">London</a> and New York were held as part of a push to attract international investors ahead of the franchise auction. Those efforts have placed the PSL at the centre of the board&rsquo;s planning for 2025.

No formal update has been issued yet, but the signals from both boards point towards coordination, not friction. Pakistan&rsquo;s visit to Bangladesh remains a priority bilateral series, and neither side appears willing to see it watered down.

Once the revised window is agreed, confirmation is expected swiftly. For now, the message is simple. The tour stays, only the dates are changing.

Pakistan’s full tour of Bangladesh may move after PCB confirms PSL 11 dates, with both boards in talks to protect the entire series.

Pakistan-Bangladesh Series Set For New Window As PSL 11 Expands

Former West Indies pacer and respected commentator Ian Bishop has praised Pakistan&rsquo;s fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, calling him a younger version of Australia&rsquo;s left-arm speedster Mitchell Starc.

Speaking on a recent cricket podcast, Bishop compared Afridi&rsquo;s bowling style to Starc&rsquo;s, especially in the way he swings the new ball and attacks the stumps. &ldquo;Shaheen reminds me of a young Mitchell Starc,&rdquo; Bishop said. &ldquo;That full, fast, swinging delivery&mdash;it&rsquo;s deadly. I call him &lsquo;Baby Starc&rsquo; in the commentary box.&rdquo;

Afridi has been a standout performer for Pakistan across formats in recent years. Known for his ability to strike early in T20s and Tests, the 24-year-old has grown into one of the most feared left-arm bowlers in world cricket. His recent performances in the Zimbabwe Tri-Nation Series and against Ireland earlier this year have further boosted his reputation.

Bishop also praised Afridi&rsquo;s growth and maturity as a bowler. &ldquo;He&rsquo;s not just relying on raw pace anymore. He&rsquo;s learning how to read batters and bowl with plans. That&rsquo;s what makes him special,&rdquo; Bishop added.

The nickname &lsquo;<a href="https://a-sports.tv/ian-bishop-praises-shaheen-afridi-calls-him-baby-starc">Baby Starc</a>&rsquo; has already caught on with fans, especially on social media, where clips comparing Afridi and Starc&rsquo;s yorkers have gone viral. While some fans joked that Afridi already has a better record in Asia than Starc, others welcomed the comparison, saying it proves how far the Pakistani pacer has come.

Shaheen, who recently took over leadership duties in Pakistan&rsquo;s bowling group, thanked Bishop in a short social media post, saying: &ldquo;Honoured to be mentioned by a legend. Still learning and improving every day.&rdquo;

With Pakistan set to face West Indies and then enter the Champions Trophy build-up later this year, Afridi will remain a central figure in their bowling attack&mdash;and perhaps now, a &ldquo;Baby Starc&rdquo; with a legacy of his own to create.

Former West Indies pacer and respected commentator Ian Bishop has praised Pakistan’s fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi

Ian Bishop Compliments Shaheen Afridi, Calling Him The Next Starc

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