Bangladesh is optimistic about playing a bilateral T20I series against Nepal next year, despite a packed schedule. The two sides, who have faced each other twice in T20 World Cups, are set to meet in a bilateral series for the first time. Nepal’s ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, expressed interest in arranging the series during a meeting with State Minister for Youth and Sports Md. Aminul Haque. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has responded positively to the proposal, with the series potentially taking place early next year.
Shahriar Nafees, BCB cricket operations manager, said, 'Talks are ongoing between the BCB and the Nepal Cricket Association. Our Future Tours Programme (FTP) is very packed. Even then, we are trying to find a convenient time within this cycle. If everything goes well, the series may take place.' He added that both boards are keen to arrange the series within the current FTP cycle.
The proposed series comes as Nepal was recently hit hard by devastating floods. Ambassador Bhandari suggested the bilateral series as a gesture of support and to inspire the people affected by the disaster. The series could be held at the beginning of next year. Meanwhile, Bangladesh is currently preparing for the cricket event of the Asian Games after returning from their tour of Australia. The team will travel to the United Arab Emirates after the Asian Games conclude at the end of this month to play a Test against Afghanistan and a tri-nation series involving Zimbabwe.
FAQs
Q: How many T20Is have Bangladesh and Nepal played against each other? A: Bangladesh and Nepal have played two T20Is against each other, both in the T20 World Cup.
Q: Why is Nepal interested in arranging a bilateral series with Bangladesh? A: Nepal’s ambassador to Bangladesh proposed the series as a gesture of support and to inspire people affected by recent floods.
Q: When might the bilateral T20I series take place? A: The series is potentially scheduled for early next year, pending confirmation from both cricket boards.
Q: What is Bangladesh’s current cricket schedule? A: After the Asian Games, Bangladesh will travel to the United Arab Emirates to play a Test against Afghanistan and a tri-nation series involving Zimbabwe.
