Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh’s Probable XI vs Hong Kong

The Asia Cup officially kicks off for Bangladesh today, Thursday, when Litton Das’ side faces Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi. After two days of action, all eyes will now turn to the Tigers’ opening game and their possible playing XI.

Opening Pair in Focus:

The opening responsibility is set to fall on Tanzid Hasan and Parvez Hossain. Both batters have been aggressive this year, combining for 45 sixes in T20 internationals. Tanzid leads with 23 maximums, while Parvez is close behind with 22, making their battle for six-hitting supremacy an exciting subplot.

Litton in Red-Hot Form:

Captain Litton Das has been in scintillating form. He claimed back-to-back Player of the Series awards against Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. With 417 runs in 15 T20Is this year at an average of 32.07 and a strike rate of 135.38, Litton also tops Bangladesh’s run charts in 2025. His 19 sixes underline his ability to accelerate when needed.

Middle-Order Mix:

At No. 4, Towhid Hridoy is expected to retain his spot despite a lean patch, having gone 12 innings without a fifty. However, his natural T20 ability keeps him ahead in selection.
Behind him, Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali are likely inclusions. Jaker’s role as wicketkeeper secures his place, while Shamim provides left-handed balance, part-time bowling, and sharp fielding.

All-rounder Mahedi Hasan is expected at No. 7. Though reliable with the ball, his strike rate of 100.25 in 43 innings remains a concern for late-order acceleration.

Bowling Attack:

Bangladesh are likely to opt for two spinners and three pacers. Alongside Mahedi, Rishad Hossain is tipped to feature, offering both leg-spin and lower-order runs.
In pace, Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed are automatic choices, with Tanzim Hasan Sakib ahead of Shoriful Islam and Mohammad Saifuddin for the third seamer’s slot. Tanzim’s effectiveness with the ball and useful batting contributions give him the edge, particularly on Abu Dhabi’s batting-friendly surface.

Probable Bangladesh XI vs Hong Kong:

1. Tanzid Hasan

2. Parvez Hossain

3. Litton Das (c)

4. Towhid Hridoy

5. Jaker Ali (wk)

6. Shamim Hossain

7. Mahedi Hasan

8. Rishad Hossain

9. Mustafizur Rahman

10. Tanzim Hasan Sakib

11. Taskin Ahmed

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