BAN vs PAK Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams

Bangladesh have had a historic triumph recently against Sri Lanka. The Bangladesh Tigers defeated the Lankan Lions in their own den for the first time in a T20I series by 2-1. After an emphatic triumph in Sri Lanka, the Litton Das-led side returns home to host Pakistan in a 3-match T20I series starting from June 20 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. All three games of this series will be played at the same venue.

Pakistan are in the middle of a transition, as they have named a squad missing some major names. The selectors have continued overlooking the experienced duo of Muhammad Rizwan and Babar Azam. Besides the stalwart batters, two other experienced names, Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan, will be missing this series owing to injury. With some new faces in the squad, expect Pakistan to play a different brand of cricket in this series.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, are booming with confidence after a historic series triumph in Sri Lanka. This series is more than just 3 matches, but an opportunity for redemption against Pakistan, who humiliated them earlier this year in a 3-match T20I series in Pakistan by 3-0. With momentum backing them in familiar conditions, Bangladesh will be a side to watch.

Let’s delve deeper into this post for the BAN vs PAK Dream11 prediction.

BAN vs PAK: Match Details

Date: 20th July 2025
Time: 05:30 PM IST
Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka

BAN vs PAK Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 22
PAK won: 19
BAN won: 3
No Result: 0
Tied: 0

A total of 22 matches have taken place between the two sides, and it’s Pakistan who has been the sheer dominant side. They have won 19 games, whereas Bangladesh has won only 3 matches. Pakistan has dominated recent meetings as well. They have clinched victory in 4 of the last 5 clashes between the two teams.

BAN vs PAK, 1st T20I, Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka, Pitch Report

The pitch at Shere Bangla National Stadium is traditionally slow and spin-friendly, composed of black clay that offers variable bounce and grip. Pacers may find early movement, but spinners dominate as the match progresses, especially under lights. Batting becomes increasingly challenging in the second innings, making toss decisions crucial. Teams often prefer batting first to exploit the initial bounce and avoid the spin threat later.

Weather Forecast: Expect partly cloudy skies with a 20% chance of rain. Temperatures will hover around 30°C with high humidity, easing slightly as night falls.

Below is a table highlighting key T20I match stats from the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka:

BAN vs PAK Team News and Expected Playing XI

PAK Team News

• Pakistan has named a 15-player squad for the upcoming T20I series.
• Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan continue to be rested from the shortest format.
• Injuries have ruled out vice-captain Shadab Khan and fast bowler Haris Rauf.
• Fakhar Zaman is expected to partner with Saim Ayub at the top of the order.
• Mohammad Haris is likely to take charge at number three, followed by Hasan Nawaz, captain Salman Agha, and Khushdil Shah in the middle order.
• Spin duties will be handled by Mohammad Nawaz and Abrar Ahmed.
• The pace attack will feature Abbas Afridi, Salman Mirza, and Faheem Ashraf.

PAK Expected Playing XI: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (WK), Salman Agha (C), Hasan Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nawaz/Sufiyan Muqeem, Faheem Ashraf, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza

BAN Team News

• Bangladesh have retained the winning combination from their recent T20I series against Sri Lanka.
• The opening duties will be handled by Parvez Hossain Emon and Tanzid Hasan Tamim.
• Litton Das will anchor the top order at number three, with Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, and Shamim Hossain forming the middle-order core.
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz is expected to slot back into the XI, likely replacing Mahedi Hasan despite his impressive four-wicket haul in the last outing.
• The pace attack will revolve around Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam, while Rishad Hossain adds variety with his leg-spin.

BAN Expected Playing XI: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (C/WK), Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

Who Will Win BAN vs PAK 1st T20I?

As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the visitors, Pakistan, are tipped as the favorites to win this match and go 1-0 up in the series.

Where to watch BAN vs PAK 1st T20I?

This all-important clash between Pakistan and Bangladesh will take place on Sunday, July 20, at 05:30 PM (IST). There is no streaming available for this match in India.

BAN vs PAK Dream11 Fantasy Team

Wicket-keepers: Litton Das, Muhammad Haris
Batters: Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Tanzid Hasan
All-Rounders: Rishad Hossain, Shamim Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Bowlers: Mustafizur Rahman, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed

C/VC Options- Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Muhammad Haris, Saim Ayub