The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially appointed Mehidy Hasan Miraz as the vice-captain of the national team for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The announcement was made on Thursday, confirming the all-rounder’s leadership role as Bangladesh gears up for the marquee tournament.

Leadership experience and Bangladesh’s preparations

Notably, Mehidy has been a key figure in Bangladesh’s cricketing setup, having represented the team in 103 ODIs. He recently led the squad on their West Indies tour, stepping in for regular skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, who was sidelined due to injury. His experience as a leader and his all-round abilities make him a valuable asset to the team heading into the tournament.

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Bangladesh set to depart for Champions Trophy preparations

With the global event fast approaching, the Bangladesh squad will leave for Dubai tonight (January 13) to begin their training sessions. Their first match is set for February 20, where they will lock horns with tournament favorites India at the Dubai International Stadium.

Following their opening fixture, Bangladesh will head to Pakistan to compete in their remaining Group A matches. They are scheduled to face New Zealand on February 24 and later take on the hosts, Pakistan, on February 27.

Bangladesh squad for Champions Trophy 2025

Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, MD Mahmud Ullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (vc), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana

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