Bangladesh will face Zimbabwe in a series of intense encounters, commencing on May 3 in Chattogram. The series will feature the first three T20I matches in Chattogram, followed by the next two in Dhaka. The decision to host Zimbabwe aligns with Bangladesh's strategic approach to fine-tune their lineup and assess their strengths against formidable opponents, as they aim to make a mark in the T20 World Cup arena.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a strategic shift, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has also announced the rescheduling of the two-match Test series between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe to 2025. It will be the first Test series between the sides since 2018.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reflecting on past encounters, Bangladesh holds a favorable record against Zimbabwe in the T20 format, boasting a 13-7 win-loss ratio. The last time the two teams played against each other in a bilateral T20I series was in July 2022 in Harare, when Zimbabwe defeated Bangladesh 2-1. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
As Bangladesh embarks on their T20 World Cup campaign, slated to commence on June 8 against Sri Lanka in Dallas, the series against Zimbabwe serves as a vital stepping stone in their quest for glory. With a challenging Group D featuring formidable opponents, including Nepal, Netherlands, South Africa, and Sri Lanka, Bangladesh aims to make a resounding statement and emerge as a contender for the coveted title.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe, despite missing out on qualification for the 2024 T20 World Cup, with Uganda and Namibia advancing from the Africa leg of qualifiers for the 20-team event. As co-hosts of the 2027 ODI World Cup, Zimbabwe sets its sights on a bright future.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe fixtures<\/p>\r\n\r\n
First T20I: May 3<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Second T20I: May 5<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Third T20I: May 7 (first three games in Chattogram)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fourth T20I: May 10<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fifth T20I: May 12 (last two games in Dhaka)<\/p>\r\n\r\n", "image": "https:\/\/img.cricketnmore.com\/uploads\/2024\/03\/bangladesh-to-host-zimbabwe-for-five-match-t20i-series.jpg", "alt_img": "Bangladesh to host Zimbabwe for five-match T20I series", "alt_title": "Zimbabwe name full-strength squad for Netherlands ODIs as Raza, Burl return", "image1": null, "video": null, "seo_title": "Bangladesh To Host Zimbabwe For Five-match T20I Series On Cricketnmore", "seo_desc": "Bangladesh To Host Zimbabwe For Five-match T20I Series, T20 World Cup: Bangladesh will host Zimbabwe for a five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe slated for May ahead of the.", "seo_keywords": "T20 World Cup, West Indies, Bangladesh Cricket Board, As Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa, ODI World Cup, First T20I, Second T20I, Third T20I, Fourth T20I, Fifth T20I", "tag": "", "tagging": "T20 World Cup, West Indies, Bangladesh Cricket Board, As Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa, ODI World Cup, First T20I, Second T20I, Third T20I, Fourth T20I, Fifth T20I", "status": "1", "img_rpt": "0", "google": "1", "standout": "0", "edapps": "0", "pulse": "0", "no_index": "0", "feed": "0", "fixture": null, "slug": "bangladesh-to-host-zimbabwe-for-five-match-t20i-series", "user_id": "0", "read_count": "0", "ians_date": null, "ians_time": null, "server_time": null, "trash": "0", "view_count": "921", "page_break": "0", "instant_articles": "1", "auto_link": "1", "created": "2024-03-16 15:42:05", "updated": "2024-03-16 15:42:05", "img_from": "Image Source: IANS", "img_source": null, "schedule_publish": null, "news_keywords": "T20 World Cup, West Indies, Bangladesh Cricket Board, As Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa, ODI World Cup, First T20I, Second T20I, Third T20I, Fourth T20I, Fifth T20I", "livescore_text": null, "livescore_link": null, "btn_text": null, "resend_feed": "1", "google_feed": "1", "read_more": "0", "posted_by": "23", "jio_date": "2024-03-16 15:42:05", "scheduled": "0", "news_now": "1", "breaking_news": "1", "google_date": null, "featured": "0", "pred_match_id": null, "article_content_type": null, "link": "https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/cricket-news\/bangladesh-to-host-zimbabwe-for-five-match-t20i-series-140485" }