Bangladesh and Pakistan gear up for an exciting three-match ODI series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur following the 1st ODI on March 11, 2026 at 1:45PM IST. Shaheen Afridi-led Pakistan are entering this match without their senior player Babar Azam, while Bangladesh have retained their impactful players in the squad. In a press conference ahead of Pakistan’s tour of Bangladesh, PAK coach Mike Hesson addressed Babar Azam’s absence during the series.
I wouldn’t say anyone was dropped. We just see this series as an opportunity to give these promising players a chance to prove themselves.
Considering the new faces in the ongoing Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI series, fantasy experts and managers have a great opportunity to create winning Dream11 teams that deliver solid profits and boost their chances of topping contests.
Venue Stats: Pace vs Spin (Last 10 Matches)
his venue favors chases, with teams batting second winning 47% of matches compared to 46% for teams batting first. Sher-e-Bangla is spinner-friendly, as spinners have dominated recent games.
| Type | Wickets | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Spinners | 95 | 71% |
| Pacers | 38 | 29% |
Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
The pitch at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium is typically slow and bowler-friendly, especially for spinners who get grip and turn as the match progresses. Average first-innings score: 230 runs.
Expected Weather
Clear skies, temperatures around 28-32°C (82-90°F), low humidity (40-50%), and minimal rain chance, ideal for uninterrupted play and favoring batsmen early.
Head-to-Head Form (Last 10 Matches vs All Teams)
Pakistan holds stronger overall stats, but Bangladesh thrives at home.
| Team | Win % | Avg Score | Highest | Lowest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 30% | 197 | 296 | 93 |
| Pakistan | 60% | 224 | 299 | 92 |
Recent Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
- Bangladesh: W, L, W, L, L
- Pakistan: W, W, W, W, L
Pakistan’s batting looks inexperienced with new faces, while Bangladesh feels more settled at home across both units.
BAN vs PAK Dream11 Prediction: Who Will Win?
We back Bangladesh to win the first ODI, leveraging home advantage and venue familiarity despite Pakistan’s better recent form.
PAK vs BAN Dream11 Team Today for Grand League
- Wicketkeepers: Litton Das, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha
- All-rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Faheem Ashraf, Saif Hasan
- Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Mustafizur Rahman, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed
Captain & Vice Captain Choice
- Captain: Sahibzada Farhan, Faheem Ashraf
- Vice-Captain: Saif Hasan, Rishad Hossain
BAN vs PAK Dream11 Team Today Match for Small League
- Wicketkeepers: Litton Das, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha, Najmul Hossain Shanto
- All-rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Faheem Ashraf, Saif Hasan
- Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Mustafizur Rahman, Rishad Hossain
Captain & Vice Captain Choice
- Captain: Salman Agha, Litton Das
- Vice-Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Rizwan
