Mehidy Hasan Miraz becomes Bangladesh’s new ODI captain for one year ahead of the Sri Lanka tour. His rise as a leader reflects consistency, grit, and hope for fearless cricket. Full story here.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz: Bangladesh’s Surprise Power Move for ODI Captaincy
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have made a bold yet measured decision: the ODI captain’s cap will be awarded to all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz – not for a series but one full year, it was announced Thursday. The 27-year-old dynamite is now ready to assume charge for the Tigers when the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka is played next month – signifying a new era of Bangladesh cricket.
Captaincy Shuffle: Miraz In, Shanto Still in Charge of Tests
This leadership shake-up doesn’t marginalize the current stars completely. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the team in Tests as he has in the past, and Litton Das will remain the T20I captain. But in the ODI context, it was Mehidy who was now king. There will be two Tests and three T20Is after the three-match ODI series, scheduled to be played between June 17 and July 16, in Sri Lanka.M Cricbuzz India will then return to the region for Bangladesh’s turn to host India with a double-series, directly after India tours England in August.
Mehidy’s Moment: From All-Rounder to All-Leader
Miraz isn’t exactly entering unfamiliar territory with 105 ODIs behind him since his debut in 2017. The stats below — 1,617 runs including two centuries, six half-centuries, and 110 wickets. But beyond the numbers, it is his determination and adaptability that the board appears to be betting on.
“It’s a dream for any player to captain the country, in their bed.” I am deeply honored and grateful for the trust of the board. We have it in us to play an aggressive brand of cricket, and that’s what I want to carry forward.”
Why the BCB Said Yes to Mehidy
For BCB’s Cricket Operations Chairman Najmul Abedin, the decision was not just emotional but also a strategic one. “He is so steady, so mature , and brings so much energy to the team. His performances with the bat and ball make it clear he is more than ready to be a leader,” said Abedin.
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Looking Ahead: A Year of Tests, Titles, and Turning Points
Mehidy’s captaincy will be put to the test immediately as Bangladesh straightway steps into back-to-back, high-voltage series. But if form and attitude combine, here is the start of a fearless, fight-ready ODI unit.
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One thing’s for sure — Bangladesh just bet big on Mehidy Hasan Miraz. And cricket fans across the world are watching closely.