The Bangladesh national cricket team is set to embark on a landmark tour of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in late 2025, featuring Test matches, ODIs, and T20Is. This multi-format series marks a significant opportunity for both teams: Bangladesh will look to sharpen their skills in away conditions, while the UAE aims to prove their mettle against a top-tier international side.
Here’s everything you need to know about the series — from match schedules to players to watch and what to expect from this exciting cricketing contest.
Complete Series Schedule
Test Series
1st Test: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi – Nov 21–25, 2025
2nd Test: Dubai International Cricket Stadium – Nov 29 – Dec 3, 2025
ODI Series
1st ODI: Sharjah Cricket Stadium – Dec 7, 2025
2nd ODI: Dubai International Cricket Stadium – Dec 10, 2025
3rd ODI: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi – Dec 13, 2025
T20I Series
1st T20I: Sharjah Cricket Stadium – Dec 16, 2025
2nd T20I: Dubai International Cricket Stadium – Dec 18, 2025
3rd T20I: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi – Dec 21, 2025
What’s at Stake?
Bangladesh
A chance to improve their overseas Test record.
Opportunity to test emerging players across all formats.
Boost their ODI and T20I rankings before global tournaments.
UAE
Hosting a Full Member team in all formats — a historic moment.
Platform for young local talents to gain exposure.
Push to establish themselves as a credible competitor in international cricket.
Players to Watch
Bangladesh
Shakib Al Hasan – The all-rounder’s experience will be vital across formats.
Najmul Hossain Shanto – Leading the side with responsibility and form.
Taskin Ahmed & Shoriful Islam – Key strike bowlers in pace-friendly conditions.
Towhid Hridoy – A dynamic presence in the white-ball middle order.
UAE
Muhammad Waseem – Captain and a match-winner in T20s.
Vriitya Aravind – Reliable with the bat and gloves.
Zahoor Khan & Junaid Siddique – Experienced pace duo.
Aayan Afzal Khan – Promising young all-rounder with spin and bat.
Conditions & Playing Surface
Tests: Slower surfaces with help for spinners as games progress.
ODIs & T20Is: Flat tracks ideal for batting, though evening dew may affect chasing.
Weather: Hot afternoons (30°C+); evenings cooler with possible humidity.
Head-to-Head History
Tests: First-ever meeting between the sides in this format.
ODIs: Bangladesh lead 4–0 (last match in 2018).
T20Is: Bangladesh lead 2–0 (last played in 2022).
Predictions & Expectations
Tests: Bangladesh expected to lead, but UAE’s spinners may surprise.
ODIs: Bangladesh firm favorites, though UAE’s familiarity with home conditions could create close contests.
T20Is: UAE’s strongest format—expect at least one upset.
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