SL vs ban: Here’s why Mehidy Hasan Miraz isn’t playing Galle Test
First Test During the two match series Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Starting at the iconic Girl International Stadium, Bangladesh chose to pick the bat first after winning the toss. However, as Bangladesh was forced to rule out one of the most reliable performers, the match began with a surprising note for fans and experts.Mehidy Hasan Miraz.
Why Mehidy Hasan Miraz isn’t playing his first test
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto We did not disclose specific details in Toss. Sponne It was later confirmed that Mehidi was suffering from a fever. The 26-year-old was excluded from the medically-based Galle test.
This is a rare absence for all-around players who have been doing 21 consecutive tests since 2021. In particular, Mehidi was the best run scorer in Bangladesh last time. World Test Championship (WTC) It is a cycle and is just as valuable as the ball in subcontinental conditions. His absence greatly disrupts Bangladeshi’s team balance, especially with his spin-friendly girl pitch.
Mehidy’s ability to contribute to both divisions makes him one of the most important cogs in the Bangladeshi test setup. He was expected to play a major role in spinning with Sri Lanka’s mostly right-handed batting lineup. With his absence, Bangladesh has the following options Taiju Ruiz Lamb.
Angelo Matthews’ farewell test adds emotional weight to the contest
In addition to the importance of the Girl Test, the farewell of the legendary Sri Lankan cricketer Angelo Matthewswho plays his final Test match. Before the game starts, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) He honored Matthew at a special ceremony in which his family and teammates joined him. The 37-year-old is one of Sri Lanka’s biggest test players, and this match marks the end of the era of Lankan cricket.
Play XI for both teams
Sri Lanka: Nissanka, Rahir Udalah, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mendis, Dananjaya de Silva (Kusal Mendis (WK), Milan Priyakke, Surindu Ratnayake, Prabas Jayasurya, Asisa Fernando Island
Bangladesh: Shadman Islam, Anamur Hak, Mominur Hake, Nazimur Hossein Shanto (C), Mushfikl Rahim, Litton Das (WK), Jaker Ali, Naim Hasan, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmoud, Nahid Rana
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