The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is actively considering a proposal to play a bilateral cricket series against Nepal. Shahriar Nafees, the board’s cricket operations in-charge, confirmed on Saturday, September 12, that the organization views the invitation from the Nepal Cricket Association with optimism. While the BCB’s Future Tours Programme (FTP) is currently heavily scheduled, officials are working to identify a viable window within the current cycle, which runs through 2027.
Nafees noted that while discussions are ongoing, a firm commitment depends on finding a mutually convenient time. The board intends to provide a formal update once the feasibility of the series is fully assessed. He emphasized that the BCB is treating the communication from their Nepalese counterparts with a positive outlook, aiming to finalize arrangements if the logistics align with their existing commitments.
Beyond future planning, the BCB is currently focused on immediate training requirements. The squad preparing for the upcoming Asian Games is set to begin a skills-based training phase on September 13. Simultaneously, players not involved in the Asian Games have already commenced a conditioning camp to prepare for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. This camp is scheduled to continue until the team departs for the United Arab Emirates.
Regarding the Afghanistan series, the BCB is awaiting confirmation of the specific venues from the Afghanistan Cricket Board, which is expected within the coming week. Nafees indicated that while the exact locations remain to be finalized, the matches are likely to be held in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah, given the limited venue options in the UAE. Following the Afghanistan tour, players not participating in the Asian Games are expected to join the National Cricket League (NCL).
The board maintains a structured approach to its long-term scheduling, with practice sessions and projections mapped out well in advance. Planning for 2026 was completed in 2025, and similar preparations for 2027 are slated for 2026. This systematic framework allows the BCB to manage format-specific transitions and fine-tune player preparation as required, ensuring the team remains on track for its international obligations. The report also notes that hopefully this series can take place,” he said, if everything goes well. The report also notes that and we are looking at it very positively,” he said, but I can confirm this much: there has been communication from the Nepal Cricket Association. The report also notes that or when we reach a position where we can say whether it is happening or not, then we will be able to inform you in due time, when it reaches a stage where it is possible to say something. The report also notes that then, when our two teams leave for two different places, the remaining players will go to the NCL. The report also notes that we more or less know when what will be played.