Litton Das Fit Returns to Boost Bangladesh ODI Squad vs Zimbabwe

Dr. Annelies De Vos · 2026-06-26

Litton Das is back, and that's big news for Bangladesh cricket. The wicketkeeper-batter has been declared fit and named in the ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against Zimbabwe. He was sidelined with a calf injury to his left leg, which kept him out of the three T20Is against Australia last week and the one-off Test against Zimbabwe scheduled later this month. His return adds serious firepower to a batting lineup already riding high on momentum. ### Series Schedule and Venue The ODI series kicks off on July 6, followed by matches on July 9 and 11, all at Harare Sports Club. After the ODIs, the two teams will play three T20Is. It's a packed tour that will test Bangladesh's depth and resilience. ### Mehidy Hasan Miraz Back as Captain Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz also returns to the ODI squad after missing the third match against Australia due to a concussion. He had been rested from the Test squad heading to Zimbabwe, but he's back to lead the side in the ODIs. His return gives Bangladesh a settled look in both batting and bowling. Having your captain back in the fold always steadies the ship. ### Squad Stability and Confidence Barring Mahedi Hasan, who came in as a last-minute replacement for Mehidy in the third ODI against Australia, the squad is largely unchanged from the one that recently beat Australia 2-1. That result has put Bangladesh in confident territory heading into the Zimbabwe assignment. Confidence is a funny thing in sports — once you have it, you feel like you can take on anyone. ### Pace Attack Remains Intact The pace attack remains intact, with Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed leading the seam department alongside Shoriful Islam and Nahid Rana. Notably, Rana and Taskin were rested for the one-off Test in Harare, keeping them fresh for the ODI series. That's a smart move by the management. Fresh legs mean faster deliveries and sharper bowling. ### Mosaddek Hossain's Remarkable Comeback One of the more notable talking points heading into the Zimbabwe series is the form of Mosaddek Hossain. After a four-year absence from ODI cricket, Mosaddek returned for the Australia series and ended up winning the Player of the Series award — a performance that surprised many. The last bilateral ODI series he had played before that comeback was also in Zimbabwe, back in 2022. Talk about coming full circle. ### Batting Depth and Flexibility Vice-captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy remain the anchors of the batting order, providing stability in the middle. With Litton back behind the stumps and Mosaddek contributing down the order, Bangladesh's batting has both depth and flexibility. It's a lineup that can adapt to any situation, whether they need to accelerate or rebuild. ### Historical Context in Zimbabwe Here's where it gets interesting. Zimbabwe won that 2022 series 2-1, ending a nine-year run of Bangladesh winning every bilateral ODI series between the two sides. Overall, Bangladesh has won only three out of nine bilateral ODI series in Zimbabwe over the last 25 years. That makes this far from a comfortable fixture on paper, despite the visitors' recent form. History has a way of reminding you not to get complacent. ### Full Bangladesh ODI Squad for Zimbabwe The squad reflects a near-full-strength Bangladesh side. With Litton available, the team's wicketkeeping position is settled, and the side carries the confidence of a recent series win against Australia into what has historically been a competitive away assignment against Zimbabwe. - Mehidy Hasan Miraz (capt) - Soumya Sarkar - Saif Hassan - Tanzid Hasan - Najmul Hossain Shanto - Towhid Hridoy - Litton Das - Mosaddek Hossain - Nurul Hasan - Rishad Hossain - Tanvir Islam - Mustafizur Rahman - Taskin Ahmed - Shoriful Islam - Nahid Rana ### Key Takeaways - Litton Das is fit and adds experience to the batting order. - Mehidy Hasan Miraz returns as captain after a concussion. - Mosaddek Hossain is in red-hot form after a stunning comeback. - Bangladesh's pace attack is well-rested and ready to fire. - Zimbabwe's home record against Bangladesh makes this a tricky series. For more sports news and updates, follow JeetWin Blog!