India is gearing up for a white-ball series against Bangladesh, which will comprise three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). The matches are scheduled to take place between August 17 and August 31, as confirmed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) in its official announcement on Tuesday.
The Indian team is slated to land in Dhaka on August 13, a few days prior to the start of the ODI series. The opening ODI will be held on August 17 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, located in Mirpur. The first two games of the three-match ODI series will be played at this venue. Following these encounters, the third ODI will be staged in Chattogram. After the conclusion of the ODI series, the T20I leg will begin, with the first match of the series also taking place in Chattogram on August 26. The final two T20Is will be played in Mirpur on August 29 and August 31 respectively, bringing the tour to a close.
This tour will mark India’s first white-ball-only series in Bangladesh since the year 2014. It carries added significance as it will also be the first occasion on which Bangladesh hosts India for a bilateral T20 International series on its home soil. Although the two cricketing nations have faced each other multiple times in T20Is over the years, none of those contests had been hosted solely by Bangladesh in a bilateral format.
The most recent T20I series between the two nations was held in 2024, when India hosted Bangladesh and claimed a dominant 3–0 victory. That comprehensive series sweep showcased India’s strength in the shortest format of the game and raised expectations for their upcoming rematch in Bangladesh.
The BCB is optimistic about the upcoming matches and their potential to attract enthusiastic fans and produce top-quality cricket. Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, BCB Chief Executive Nizam Uddin Chowdhury expressed his excitement about hosting the Indian team and emphasized the importance of the series for both cricket boards and their supporters.
“This series promises to be one of the most exciting and anticipated events on our home calendar. India has set the benchmark in international cricket across all formats, and the cricket-loving fans in both countries are sure to enjoy the contest. Bangladesh and India have played some very competitive matches in recent years, and I am confident this will be another hard-fought and entertaining series,” said Chowdhury.
India and Bangladesh have developed a competitive cricketing rivalry over the years, especially in white-ball formats. From tense finishes to surprise upsets, their encounters have often delivered memorable moments. This upcoming tour is expected to add more chapters to their growing rivalry, with both teams looking to test their squads ahead of major international tournaments.
Bangladesh will aim to use home advantage to their benefit, especially as they look to reverse the result from the previous T20I series in 2024. The Chattogram and Mirpur venues are expected to witness packed crowds, given the strong interest in matches involving India. Both venues have a rich history of hosting international fixtures and are known for their vibrant atmosphere during big games.
The Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, where four of the six matches are scheduled to be played, is considered the home of cricket in Bangladesh. It has hosted numerous memorable matches, and it will be the site of the first two ODIs and the final two T20Is. The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, which will host the third ODI and the opening T20I, is another prominent cricket ground in the country and is expected to provide a different set of conditions for the players.
For India, this series provides an opportunity to experiment with their squad combinations, particularly in the white-ball formats. With the T20 World Cup and other major ICC events on the horizon, the Indian selectors and team management might use this tour to test the bench strength and provide chances to younger players. At the same time, the experienced core of the Indian team will be looking to continue their strong form against Bangladesh.
On the other hand, Bangladesh will treat the home series as an important test of their capabilities against a high-ranking opponent. Playing against India always brings extra attention, and the Bangladesh team will be eager to put in a strong showing in front of their home crowd.
The full schedule for India’s tour of Bangladesh is as follows:
ODI Series:
1st ODI – August 17, Mirpur
2nd ODI – August 20, Mirpur
3rd ODI – August 23, Chattogram
T20I Series:
1st T20I – August 26, Chattogram
2nd T20I – August 29, Mirpur
3rd T20I – August 31, Mirpur
With the schedule now official, both teams will begin their preparations for what is anticipated to be a thrilling contest. The BCB has already started laying the groundwork for a smooth and well-organized series. Fans are expected to throng the stadiums, and television viewership is likely to be high given the popularity of cricket in both nations.
In summary, India’s upcoming white-ball tour of Bangladesh is set to rekindle the competitive spirit between the two cricketing neighbors. As they prepare to lock horns in six matches across two formats, both sides will be eager to assert dominance and gain momentum heading into future international competitions. The blend of history, rivalry, and anticipation promises an exciting fortnight of cricket in August.