Riding high on their recent 2-1 triumph over Pakistan, the Bangladesh cricket team is now gearing up for another formidable opponent. Fresh from their victorious tour, the Tigers will face the visiting New Zealand side in a highly anticipated home series. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officially announced the final schedule for this bilateral series on Monday, 16 March 2026.
The New Zealand cricket team is set to arrive in Bangladesh on 13 April, allowing a few days for acclimatisation before the action begins. The tour comprises three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), marking Bangladesh’s first T20 series since the recent World Cup boycott. This presents an important opportunity for both sides to fine-tune their squads ahead of future global tournaments.
ODI Series Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | 17 April 2026 | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur | 2:00 PM |
| 2nd ODI | 20 April 2026 | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur | 2:00 PM |
| 3rd ODI | 23 April 2026 | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram | 2:00 PM |
Following the ODIs, the T20I series will commence on 27 April. The first two T20 matches will be hosted at Chattogram, with the final clash returning to Mirpur, Dhaka.
T20I Series Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 27 April 2026 | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram | 6:00 PM |
| 2nd T20I | 29 April 2026 | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram | 6:00 PM |
| 3rd T20I | 2 May 2026 | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur | 6:00 PM |
BCB officials emphasise that this series will be crucial in providing the Tigers with competitive practice ahead of the next T20 World Cup. The series promises to be a spectacle, blending Bangladesh’s home advantage and growing confidence with the dynamic, aggressive style of the New Zealand side. Fans can expect high-octane matches, with every game delivering significant moments and intense cricketing action.
Cricket enthusiasts across Bangladesh are eagerly awaiting the start of this series, which is set to double the excitement in stadiums and across broadcasts this April. Beyond the competitive edge, the tour is expected to bolster team cohesion, refine strategies, and showcase emerging talent on both sides, ensuring a thrilling cricketing fortnight for supporters nationwide.