Afghanistan to host Bangladesh for T20I and ODI series in UAE this October

Six-match white-ball tour set for Sharjah and Abu Dhabi from October 2–14, following the 2025 Asia Cup, with both boards highlighting growing bilateral ties

Poster displaying the white-ball series fixtures between Afghanistan and Bangladesh in October 2025, including three T20Is in Sharjah and three ODIs in Abu Dhabi.

Photo Credit: Afghanistan Cricket Board

KABUL, August 24, 2025: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has confirmed it will host Bangladesh for a six-match white-ball series from October 2 to 14, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs. All matches will be played at neutral venues in the United Arab Emirates.

Bangladesh to tour Afghanistan in UAE after Asia Cup 2025

The tour will begin with the T20I series, with matches scheduled on October 2, 3, and 5 at Sharjah. The ODI series will follow at Abu Dhabi on October 8, 11, and 14. The series will take place immediately after the 2025 ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup, where both teams are set to compete in Group B.

ACB CEO Naseeb Khan expressed pride in hosting Bangladesh and emphasized the importance of strong cricketing ties. “This tour highlights the strength of our partnership and our joint commitment to delivering world-class cricket experiences, even in neutral venues,” he said.

Bangladesh Cricket Board CEO Nizamuddin Chowdhury echoed the sentiment, calling the series a valuable opportunity for both sides. “This tour not only presents valuable competition following the Asia Cup but also reflects the mutual respect and strong relationship between our two cricket boards,” he stated.

Full series schedule: Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, October 2025

Date Match Venue
Thursday, October 2 1st T20I Sharjah
Friday, October 3 2nd T20I Sharjah
Sunday, October 5 3rd T20I Sharjah
Wednesday, October 8 1st ODI Abu Dhabi
Saturday, October 11 2nd ODI Abu Dhabi
Tuesday, October 14 3rd ODI Abu Dhabi

The tour is expected to deliver high-intensity matchups between two improving sides in the white-ball formats, while also offering both teams valuable preparation ahead of future global events.

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