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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has introduced a franchise-based tournament named Domestic 3 for the country’s 2026-27 domestic calendar.

Sushruta Bhattacharjee Updated on: 18 May 2026 4:58 pm Published at: 18 May 2026 4:58 pm

Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz has urged young cricketers taking part in the Third Division Cricket Qualifiers to dream of representing the national team, reflecting on his own journey through the Dhaka League, reports BSS.

Bangladesh’s biggest cricketer, Shakib Al Hasan, is once again in the spotlight. He has stated that if the government guarantees security, he is ready to return to Bangladesh, face court, and play the 2027 World Cup.

Young Towhid Hridoy had another splendid day with the bat as his unbeaten cameo helped Jaffna Kings register a thumping eight-wicket win over Galle Titans, featuring Shakib Al Hasan, in the ongoing Lanka Premier League in Pallekele on Friday. 

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday announced all eight squads for the upcoming National Cricket League (NCL) 2026-27, which is scheduled to begin on October 3.

Former Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan has taken a U-turn on his retirement from Tests and T20Is, declaring himself available for all three formats once again. Having stepped away from international duty last year, the veteran all-rounder is now eyeing a full return. His comeback will strengthen Bangladesh’s line-up across formats.

Bangladesh are awaiting fitness clearances for opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim and wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahimahead of the second Test against Australia, which begins in Mackay on August 22, 2026. Both players picked up physical concerns during Thursday’s training session, and the team management is expected to make a final decision on the morning of the match.

The Bangladesh National Cricket Team and the Nepal National Cricket Team are all set to be seen in action later this year. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is looking at the possibility of playing a bilateral series in Nepal before the current FTP cycle ends in 2027.

Brothers Union’s Dhaka Premier League (DPL) status could yet be up for discussion despite tournament bylaws dictating relegation following their boycott of Friday’s match against Agrani Bank Cricket Club at BKSP.