Bangladesh Scheduled for Warm-Up Matches Against Sri Lanka and England

Mainul Islam

August 24, 2023

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Bangladesh Scheduled for Warm-Up Matches Against Sri Lanka and England

Bangladesh's Pre-Cricket World Cup Warm-Up Matches

Practice Games Against Sri Lanka and England at Barsapara Cricket Stadium

Bangladesh is gearing up for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 with two crucial warm-up encounters. The team’s preparation journey begins with a match against Sri Lanka on September 29, followed by a clash against England on October 2. Both contests will take place at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

Official Warm-Up Fixtures Announced

The official warm-up schedule for all 10 participating teams in the upcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 has been unveiled. This series of preparatory matches will unfold from September 29 to October 3, spread across three prominent venues in India – Guwahati, Hyderabad, and Thiruvananthapuram.

Game Details and Format

The warm-up games are set to be played as 50-over matches, mirroring the One Day International format. However, these matches will not carry official ODI status. Teams will have the opportunity to field all 15 players from their squad, ensuring valuable playing time and strategic exploration ahead of the main event.

Countdown to World Cup Kickoff

The much-anticipated ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 will commence on October 5. The opening clash will feature defending champions England facing off against New Zealand at Ahmedabad. Notably, the same venue will host the grand final on November 19, adding to the excitement of the tournament.

Warm-Up Fixtures Schedule

Here’s the lineup of warm-up matches, all commencing at 2:30pm Bangladesh time:

Friday, September 29

  • Bangladesh vs. Sri Lanka, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
  • South Africa vs. Afghanistan, Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
  • New Zealand vs. Pakistan, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

Saturday, September 30

  • India vs. England, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
  • Australia vs. the Netherlands, Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram

Monday, October 2

  • England vs. Bangladesh, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
  • New Zealand vs. South Africa, Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram

Tuesday, October 3

  • Afghanistan vs. Sri Lanka, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
  • India vs. Netherlands, Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
  • Pakistan vs. Australia, Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Last Updated: Aug 24, 2023