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Cricket fans are in for a short yet thrilling T20I contest as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) gear up to host Bangladesh in a two-match series beginning May 17. The action will unfold at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, a venue known for its high-octane finishes and unforgettable cricketing moments.
This series is set to be a battle of fresh leadership and mixed experience, as both teams enter with new captains and squads featuring rising stars and seasoned players alike.
New skippers to set the tone for Bangladesh and UAE
Litton Das takes over the reins for Bangladesh after Najmul Hossain Shanto stepped away from the leadership role earlier this year. On the other side, Muhammad Waseem makes his return as UAE’s T20I captain, having previously stepped down to focus on his ODI performances.
The leadership switch on both sides adds a fresh narrative to the series, with fans keen to see how the new captains adapt and inspire their teams.
T20I Series Schedule: Dates and Timings
All matches will be played under lights at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, offering ideal conditions for explosive T20 cricket.
- 1st T20I – May 17, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM GMT / 07:00 PM Local / 8:30 PM IST - 2nd T20I – May 19, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM GMT / 07:00 PM Local / 8:30 PM IST
Squads:
United Arab Emirates: Muhammad Waseem (captain), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Asif Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Ethan D’Souza, Haider Ali, Matiullah Khan, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Zohaib, Muhammad Zuhaib, Rahul Chopra (wk), Saghir Khan, Sanchit Sharma, Simranjeet Singh
Bangladesh: Litton Das (captain), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan (vc), Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana and Shoriful Islam
Also READ: Bangladesh’s best XI for the T20I series against United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Broadcast and Live Streaming details
- India: Fancode
- Bangladesh: T-Sports
- MENA region: Cricbuzz
- Pakistan: Geo Super
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV (sign up here)
- Rest of the World: Sportseye / YouTube
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