Bangladesh are set to lock horns with Pakistan in a Test series on hostile soil. The Tigers have already embarked on intensive preparations for the challenging assignment.
Former captain Khaled Mahmud Sujon has outlined a strategy for Bangladesh to overcome the formidable Pakistan pace attack. He has implored the batting unit to display greater responsibility in the series and emphasised the importance of a strong first innings performance. Sujon further advised the players to adopt a session-by-session approach to their batting.
The former skipper expressed disappointment at the absence of head coach Chandika Hathurusingha from the team's preparatory camp in Chattogram. While batting consultant David Hamp and pace bowling coach Andre Adams have been overseeing the squad, Sujon believes the head coach's presence would have been invaluable. Hathurusingha's vacation has been extended due to visa and ticketing issues.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has organised a series of practice matches between the High Performance unit and the Bangladesh Tigers in a bid to bolster the national team. However, the lack of head coach supervision during this crucial phase has raised concerns.
Bangladesh have a dismal record against Pakistan, having failed to win in 13 Test matches. The hosts will be eager to avenge their innings defeat in the last encounter, particularly against the pace bowlers. Sujon has called on the batting order to exhibit greater maturity and resilience.
