Bangladesh Playing XI vs Pakistan Playing XI - 2nd ODI | Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2026

Bangladesh will face Pakistan in the second match of the ongoing three-match ODI series at the Sher-e-Bangla International Cricket Stadium in Dhaka on March 13. This is a must-win game for Pakistan after Bangladesh won the three-match ODI series opener by 8 wickets in Dhaka on March 11.

This article provides the probable playing XIs of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team and the Pakistan National Cricket Team for the second ODI of the series, likely team combinations, and key players to watch at the Sher-e-Bangla International Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.

Bangladesh Playing XI vs Pakistan, Match 2, ODI Series:

Openers: Saif Hassan and Tanzid Hasan

Saif Hassan and Tanzid Hasan form a dangerous opening pair for Bangladesh. Saif plays calmly and handles the new ball, while Tanzid attacks the bowlers with aggressive shots.

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The right-hand and left-hand combination will make things difficult for Pakistan bowlers like Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi, as they must keep changing their line and length. If this pair gives Bangladesh a strong start, Pakistan could face serious trouble in the 2nd ODI.

Middle Order Batters and All-Rounders: Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Afif Hossain, and Rishad Hossain

The Pakistan national cricket team usually depends on spinners to control the game, but Bangladesh’s middle order is strong against spin. Batters like Towhid Hridoy and Litton Das can keep scoring without taking big risks. Bangladesh also has the deep batting, with all-rounders like Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, and Afif Hossain being able to make quick runs.

They provide many spin overs and strong hitting in the last 10 overs, which can quickly increase the total and put pressure on Pakistan’s bowlers.

Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Nahid Rana

Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Nahid Rana have formed one of the most dangerous pace attacks in Bangladesh cricket history. The fast-bowling trio is a serious threat to the Pakistani batters.

Taskin brings control and bounce with disciplined bowling, while Rana adds extreme pace, regularly crossing 145 km/h and coming into the match after a stunning five-wicket haul. On the other hand, the experienced pacer Mustafizur Rahman remains a big threat with his clever cutters and death-over skills.

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Pakistan Playing XI vs Bangladesh, Match 2, ODI Series:

Openers: Sahibzada Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat

Sahibzada Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat face a big test at the top for Pakistan after the team’s heavy batting collapse in the first ODI against Bangladesh.

Farhan is expected to give Pakistan a flying start after his stunning T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. On the other hand, the young left-handed batter Maaz’s attacking shots make him a threat. Their left-right combination at the top could help Pakistan post a big total on the board.

Middle Order Batters and All-Rounders: Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Abdul Samad, Salman Ali Agha, Hussain Talat, and Faheem Ashraf

Pakistan’s middle order will have to perform much better after the poor show in the first ODI. Mohammad Rizwan will try to keep the innings steady in the middle.

On the other hand, players like Salman Ali Agha and Hussain Talat will counter the spin attack, while Abdul Samad and Faheem Ashraf will be crucial in the final overs. They have variety in their bowling attack, and they must step up to save the embarrassment on the tour.

Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Haris Rauf

Captain Shaheen Afridi will lead the bowling attack for Pakistan in the 2nd ODI. As captain and main fast bowler, Afridi must strike early with the new ball and give Pakistan a strong start.

In the middle overs, Abrar Ahmed will try to slow down the scoring with his spin on the Mirpur pitch. They will go ahead with either Mohammad Wasim Jr. or Haris Rauf to stop Bangladesh from scoring quickly at the end.