Afif Hossain set to return to Bangladesh squad for Pakistan ODIs
Wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali is expected to be left out as the team management is keen to bring Litton Das back into the ODI set-up
www.cricbuzz.comHere’s the latest on Afif Hossain based on recent reporting:
- Afif Hossain is widely reported to be recalled to Bangladesh’s ODI squad for the Pakistan series in March 2026, marking his return to international cricket after a hiatus since December 2024. Multiple outlets indicate he’s in contention for the 15-man squad for the three ODIs starting March 11, with his domestic form cited as the key trigger for the recall.[1][2][3]
- His domestic performances in the Bangladesh Cricket League One Day and the Odommo Bangladesh Premier League/BDT Cup have been highlighted as the primary evidence supporting selectors’ decision to bring him back, including notable scores and a useful all-rounder profile that offers left-handed depth and a few overs of bowling.[2][3][1]
If you’d like, I can pull a quick, up-to-the-minute summary from a couple of the most recent articles and provide direct quotes or a short timeline of events.