Bangladesh have officially unveiled their squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging talents selected to represent the nation on cricket’s biggest T20 stage. The announcement reflects the team management’s intent to strike a balance between stability and fresh energy as Bangladesh aim to make a deep run in the tournament.
Led by Litton Das, with Saif Hassan named as vice-captain, the squad features proven performers such as Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed, alongside young prospects who have impressed in recent bilateral series and domestic competitions.
Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2026 Squad
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Batsmen | Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan (VC), Towhid Hridoy, Parvez Hossain Emon |
| Wicketkeepers | Litton Das (C), Nurul Hasan |
| All-rounders | Mahedi Hasan, Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib |
| Bowlers | Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Nasum Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin |
Key Players to Watch
Litton Das will shoulder major responsibility at the top of the order, both as captain and senior batter. His ability to score quickly during the powerplay could be decisive against top-ranked sides.
In the bowling department, Mustafizur Rahman remains Bangladesh’s most potent weapon, particularly at the death. Support from Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam provides the pace attack with much-needed depth.
Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2026 – Scheduled Matches
Bangladesh are placed in a competitive group and will need consistent performances to progress beyond the group stage. Below is the confirmed schedule for Bangladesh’s group matches in the T20 World Cup 2026.
| Match | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | June 7, 2026 | Sri Lanka | Colombo | 7:30 PM |
| Match 2 | June 10, 2026 | South Africa | Durban | 7:30 PM |
| Match 3 | June 13, 2026 | Netherlands | Johannesburg | 3:30 PM |
| Match 4 | June 16, 2026 | Australia | Melbourne | 7:30 PM |
Bangladesh’s Expectations at T20 World Cup 2026
Bangladesh enter the T20 World Cup 2026 with measured expectations but growing confidence. Recent improvements in batting depth and fast-bowling resources have strengthened the side’s overall balance. Progressing beyond the group stage will depend heavily on early momentum and adaptability to varying conditions.
With a settled leadership group and a mix of youth and experience, Bangladesh will look to challenge higher-ranked teams and continue their upward trajectory in the shortest format of the game.
Fans can follow live scores, match previews, and post-match analysis throughout the tournament on CricRadar.
