As is tradition every year, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is gearing up to celebrate Victory Day with a special friendly cricket match featuring the nation’s former cricketing stars. This annual fixture not only honours Bangladesh’s liberation heroes but also offers fans a chance to witness their cricketing idols back in action.
The match will be held on Tuesday, Victory Day, at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, starting promptly at 10:00 AM. Players will be divided into two sides named after heroic freedom fighters: the Shaheed Juel XI and the Shaheed Mushtaq XI. Both teams comprise some of the most celebrated names in Bangladesh cricket history, promising an entertaining and nostalgic spectacle for fans of all ages.
Shaheed Juel XI Squad
The Shaheed Juel XI boasts an impressive roster of seasoned players:
- Shahriar Hossain Vidyut
- Javed Omar Belim
- Minhajul Abedin Nannu
- Rajin Saleh
- Shahriar Nafis
- Anwar Hossain
- Abdur Razzak
- Mushfiqur Rahman Babu
- Harun-ur-Rashid Liton
- Talha Zubair
- Sanowar Hossain
- Syed Rasel
- Anwar Hossain Monir
- Enamul Haque Moni
- Rakibul Hasan
These players have represented Bangladesh at the highest level in both international and domestic cricket, and their experience will be invaluable in creating a competitive and entertaining match.
Shaheed Mushtaq XI Squad
On the other hand, the Shaheed Mushtaq XI features another line-up of legendary figures:
- Hannan Sarkar
- Nadif Chowdhury
- Aminul Islam Bulbul
- Khaled Mahmud Sujon
- Habibul Bashar Sumon
- Khaled Masud Pilot
- Mohammad Rafique
- Hasibul Hossain Shanto
- Mohammad Ashraful
- Jahangir Alam
- Tushar Imran
- Mahbubul Alam Robin
- Sajidul Islam
- Jamal Babu
The Shaheed Mushtaq XI also includes players who have made a lasting impact on Bangladesh cricket, ensuring that both sides are packed with talent, skill, and charisma.
This Victory Day match is more than a sporting event; it is a tribute to the spirit of independence and a celebration of Bangladesh’s rich cricketing heritage. Fans attending the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium will enjoy not only the thrill of competition but also the camaraderie and nostalgia of seeing cricket legends showcase their skills once again.
Victory Day Friendly Match Details
| Detail | Information |
| Occasion | Victory Day, 16 December 2025 |
| Venue | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka |
| Match Start Time | 10:00 AM |
| Teams | Shaheed Juel XI vs Shaheed Mushtaq XI |
| Purpose | Celebrate Victory Day and honour former cricketers |
| Notable Players | Mushfiqur Rahman Babu, Abdur Razzak, Mohammad Ashraful, Khaled Mahmud Sujon |