LAHORE: Pakistan and Bangladesh captains has vowed to give their best to win the three-match T20I series to set the tone for T20 World Cup.
Pakistan’s Salman Ali Agha and Bangladesh’s Litton Das before interacting with media unveiled the series trophy here at the Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday. All three T20Is will be played at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, which will host its first T20I series after going through a complete renovation earlier this year.
Both sides had their first training session at the Gaddafi Stadium under lights on Monday evening. They also underwent another training session on Tuesday evening. Talking to media, Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha emphasised: “We had a very productive practice session yesterday and the boys are doing well as a unit.
A lot of our players are coming off strong performances in the HBL PSL X, which is one of the most competitive T20 tournaments in the world. That form and momentum are something we are hoping to carry into this series.
“Bangladesh are a quality side with talented players and we are expecting a good challenge from them. I believe fans are in for some thrilling cricket over the next few days. “I would like to urge fans to turn up in big numbers and support not just us, but the spirit of the game.”
Litton Das, Bangladesh captain, said: “We have had a good training session and we are familiar with the conditions here. The players are looking forward to the series. Everyone is focused and understands the challenge Pakistan poses, especially in their home conditions.
“This series is a great opportunity for every player to step up. We are trying a few combinations in the build-up to the T20 World Cup next year and this tour is a valuable part of that process.”
T20 series to proceed without DRS Following the playoff matches of the 10th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), the upcoming Pakistan-Bangladesh T20 series will also be played without the Decision Review System (DRS), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed.
According to reports, the absence of DRS is a direct result of regional tensions between Pakistan and India. The broadcasting crew responsible for operating the technology did not arrive in the country, rendering the system unavailable for the three-match series. PCB officials have communicated this development to the Bangladesh team. With crucial review opportunities unavailable, teams will need to rely solely on on-field umpiring decisions, a factor that could influence strategic play throughout the series.
