Bangladesh is set to face Ireland in the first Test match of their Men’s International Test Match Series, scheduled to commence at 03:30 GMT at Sylhet Stadium in Sylhet. This much-anticipated battle launches a thrilling campaign. The action will take place between 11-Nov-2025 and 15-Nov-2025.
In a crucial pre-match development, Ireland won the toss and opted to bat first, a decision that could significantly impact the outcome of the game. Both teams and their respective players and fans are preparing for an exhilarating match up as they line up across the field from each other.
Under the captaincy of Najmul Hossain Shanto, the Bangladesh team is loaded with talent. Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, and Mominul Haque are on-boarding as the long-term answers to a batting core that has struggled beyond the top three. The team is filled with experienced hands such as Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Kumer Das, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Their wealth of experience in the Test arena adds further depth to the squad. Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana and Hasan Murad round up the squad. They all add a skillful and deep combination of talents to help us keep raising our game.
Ireland’s skipper Andrew Balbirnie will be at the helm as his side heads into this do-or-die contest. The Irish squad features a roster filled with impressive young talent. Paul Stirling, Cade Carmichael, and Harry Tector are looking to leave a mark on this series! With Lorcan Tucker behind the stumps, Ireland will add composure to their top seven with a solid wicketkeeping option.
The match officials, lead by an experienced referee, have a crucial role to support, promote and enforce fair play and good conduct throughout the Test. Umpires Ahsan Raza and Sam Nogajski will officiate the Tuesday match. Richard Illingworth will replace him as third umpire while Tanvir Ahmed will be the fourth umpire. Match referee Andy Pycroft will be in charge to handle any tricky calls that might arise during the contest.
Both teams are preparing for what promises to be an exciting clash on the field. Soccer fans from both countries will be looking forward to this exciting match! The result of this series’ third game can determine the fate of the whole series. Each over and each wicket will count!
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