Bangladesh, Zimbabwe Announce Test Series Squads

Tanzim Hasan Sakib has been called up for the first time to Bangladesh's Test squad, replacing Taskin Ahmed who is injured, for their upcoming two-match series against Zimbabwe starting April 20 in Sylhet. The selection aims to strengthen Bangladesh's pace attack, with Tanzim joining established bowlers in preparation for a busy international calendar. Litton Das will miss the series, having been granted permission to play in the Pakistan Super League. Bangladesh's squad, led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, includes the return of senior players such as Mushfiqur Rahim, while offspinner Nayeem Hasan is recalled. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe's squad sees the return of veterans Sean Williams and Craig Ervine, along with the inclusion of uncapped leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa. Zimbabwe, eager to improve following their last heavy defeat in Bangladesh in 2020, will rely on a mix of experience and young talent for this series.