Bangladesh have to deal with rumours of a rift in their camp ahead of an ODI series against World Champions England. The visitors will be mindful that their previous white-ball tour to Bangladesh was a tricky contest.
Bangladesh vs England | First ODI | Wednesday 1 March 2023 | Shere-e-Bangla Stadium, Dhaka | 10:30
Bangladesh
With over 8000 runs to his name Tamim Iqbal stands out as the man Bangladesh will look to for leadership and runs.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz has snagged 23 wickets in the last year in ODI cricket and will be the big threat for Bangladesh.
The conditions will be a subject of scrutiny after India struggled in Bangladesh last time out due to the tricky wickets.
Expect the hosts to roll out another difficult wicket as they will want some home advantage.
England
Even in ODI cricket, Jos Buttler has been making waves as the best white-ball batter in the England group.
The return of Jofra Archer is a massive boost to the tourists and he has shown signs of getting back to his best after a difficult series in South Africa.
England haven’t looked at their best in recent ODI matches and will be out to turn their form around.
The weather is set fair but England might struggle to deal with the heat if they have to field during the day.
Verdict: England
England hold the edge and it should be a decisive one.
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