PCB Confirms Bangladesh’s Tour for ICC World Cup Preparation in T20Is. In a key development under the ICC Future Tour Programme (FTP), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced that Bangladesh will tour Pakistan in May 2025 for a five-match T20I series. This series is a strategic addition aimed at preparing both teams for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Revised Tour Schedule Announced
Originally, the FTP listed three ODIs and three T20Is, but both boards mutually agreed to convert the ODIs into T20Is to strengthen their squads ahead of the global event. The matches will take place in Faisalabad and Lahore, two iconic venues in Pakistan cricket.
Bangladesh vs Pakistan T20I Schedule
The five-match T20I series will begin on May 25 and conclude on June 3, with matches set to start at 8 PM local time. Iqbal Stadium Faisalabad will host the first two T20Is on May 25 and 27, marking the return of international cricket to the venue after 17 years. The stadium last hosted an ODI between Pakistan and Bangladesh in 2008 and has historically hosted 24 Test matches and 16 ODIs.
Gaddafi Stadium Set for High-Octane Cricket
The remaining three T20Is will be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 30, June 1, and June 3. Fans can expect high-voltage cricket action and can buy Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20 tickets online or check Gaddafi Stadium ticket info via the PCB official website.
Bangladesh Team Arrival and Training
The Bangladesh cricket team is scheduled to arrive on May 21, ahead of the series. They will begin training sessions at Iqbal Stadium from May 22 to 24. Fans following the tour can access the complete Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20 schedule and download the match schedule PDF from cricket portals like ESPNcricinfo.
Preparation for T20 World Cup 2026
This series plays a critical role in the teams’ build-up to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Both Pakistan and Bangladesh will use the matches to evaluate their combinations, test young talent, and strengthen their T20I squads. With platforms now offering options to stream live Pakistan T20 matches, fans from both nations are expected to follow the tour closely.
Final Word
As anticipation builds, this five-match series not only restores international cricket in Faisalabad but also serves as a warm-up for the T20 World Cup. Cricket fans can look forward to thrilling matches, new team strategies, and a possible preview of how both teams may perform on the global stage next year.
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