The Bangladesh Cricket Board announced that Zimbabwe will tour Bangladesh for a two-Test series in April 2025. The first Test is scheduled from April 20-24 in Sylhet, followed by the second from April 28-May 2 in Chattogram. This marks Zimbabwe’s first Test series in Bangladesh since 2021.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced the schedule for Zimbabwe’s forthcoming Test series in Bangladesh, which is set for April. This two-match Test series marks the return of both teams to Test cricket after a hiatus since 2021.
The first Test will be held at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium from April 20 to April 24, followed by the second Test at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, scheduled from April 28 to May 2. This series represents Zimbabwe’s first red-ball tour of Bangladesh in over four years.
Historically, the last Test series between these two sides occurred in July 2021, where Bangladesh achieved a significant 220-run victory in Harare. The most recent Test played in Bangladesh was in February 2020, resulting in a commanding innings and 106-run win for the hosts.
After the Test series, Bangladesh is set to tour Pakistan for a white-ball series in May, featuring ODIs and T20Is. Both teams have yet to announce their squads, and the Test series will be vital for enhancing their red-ball cricket credentials.
Zimbabwe resumed red-ball cricket recently after facing Ireland in a one-off Test that resulted in a defeat. Meanwhile, Bangladesh has demonstrated a strong return to form, previously defeating the West Indies by 101 runs, marking their first Test victory in the Caribbean since 2009.
In summary, the BCB’s announcement of the Test series between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe signifies an important return to red-ball cricket for both sides. With the first Test commencing on April 20 and a significant implication for their respective standings in Test matches, this series is poised to deliver competitive performances from both teams. Furthermore, the scheduled white-ball series in Pakistan indicates ongoing engagement in international cricket for Bangladesh.
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