Bangladesh officially announced the team for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026designated to co-host India and Sri LankaThe Tigers are looking to finally break their long-standing knockout jinx in the marquee event. Having participated in every edition of the T20 World Cup since its inception, Bangladesh are yet to reach the semi-finals, but the upcoming tournament presents them with yet another opportunity to rewrite history.
The selectors opted for experience and familiarity with subcontinental conditions, banking on an all-round bowling attack and determined leadership as they prepare for a tough group stage campaign.
Litton Das continues as captain
Goalkeeper-prone Lytton Das He was retained as Bangladesh’s captain in the global tournament, underscoring the team management’s faith in his leadership in the shortest format. One of the most experienced T20I players in the squad, Litto is expected to lead from the front with the bat while also providing stability behind the stumps.
Muhammad Saif Hasan Bangladesh have been appointed vice-captain, giving them a relatively young leadership core that will try to strike a balance between aggression and composure in high-pressure matches.
Bowling depth is Bangladesh’s biggest strength
Bangladesh’s hopes for the 2026 T20 World Cup will rest heavily on a bowling unit that looks suited to the conditions in India and Sri Lanka. The pace attack will be led by an experienced duo Mustafizur Rahman and Tashkin AhmedVariations and the ability to strike at crucial moments can be decisive.
The spin department adds extra depth Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed and Rishad Hussain offers different styles and angles. On the turning tracks, this trio can pose serious problems for the opposition batsmen and make Bangladesh a dangerous side, especially in the middle overs.
Jaker Ali is on the run despite his former leadership role
One of the highlights of the squad announcement is the release Jaker Ali. The all-rounder had previously captained Bangladesh against Afghanistan during the Asia Cup and when Litton was unavailable. However, the selectors chose to go in a different direction for the World Cup, favoring specific roles over team balance and past leadership experience.
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A tough group awaits Bangladesh
Bangladesh faced an uphill task from the start of the competition, along with being drawn into a competitive group. England, West Indies, Nepal and Italy. With only two teams progressing to the Super 8, there is very little margin for error and consistency will be crucial throughout the group matches.
Bangladesh squad for T20 World Cup 2026
Litton Das (c), Muhammad Saif Hasan (vc), Tanzid Hasan, Muhammad Parviz Hussain Emon, Tawhid Hridoy, Shamim Hussain, Gazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hussain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Md. Shaifuddin, Sharif Islam.
