The Bangladesh Cricket Board on Monday clarified the number of ODIs the national team would play before the cut-off time for the automatic qualification for the ICC Men鈥檚 Cricket World Cup scheduled in October-November in 2027.听
The BCB's statement came in the wake of recent reports 鈥榠n a section of the local media concerning the number of ODIs Bangladesh are scheduled to play ahead of the qualification cut-off for the next World Cup.鈥�
In the statement, the BCB said that Bangladesh were set to play 24 ODIs, both at home and abroad, between October 14, 2025 and November 2026.听
The period is critical for determining automatic qualification for the World Cup, with the top eight teams in the ICC ODI rankings, excluding hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe, earning direct entry.听
Apart from the third ODI against Afghanistan, which is scheduled today, Bangladesh will play five home series, each consisting of three matches, against the West Indies, Pakistan, New Zealand, Australia, and India.听
They will also play a three-match ODI away series against Ireland along with a five-match series against Zimbabwe.听
鈥楾hese matches are part of bilateral series agreed upon under the ICC FTP and play a direct role in determining Bangladesh鈥檚 standing in the ODI rankings. They provide ample opportunity for the team to earn ranking points required for a top-eight finish and automatic qualification,鈥� the statement read.听
鈥楾he BCB urges all media professionals and platforms to ensure accuracy and responsibility in reporting. We strongly encourage verification through official channels before publishing stories related to international fixtures and tournament qualification processes,鈥� it added.听
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