Bangladesh, Zimbabwe to Clash in 1st Test April 20

Bangladesh and Zimbabwe are set to begin a two-match Test series starting April 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, marking Bangladesh's return to Test cricket since their tour of the West Indies last November. This series, led by Bangladesh’s new captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, is viewed as a fresh start following a disappointing World Test Championship cycle. Zimbabwe arrives after a poor series against Afghanistan, bringing a pace attack featuring Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, and Victory Nyauchi, while captain Craig Ervine and the returning Sean Williams are expected to anchor their lineup. For Bangladesh, finding stability in the top order and Shanto’s form will be key, with experienced players like Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim contributing. The matches will be broadcast live only on Bangladesh’s state-owned BTV, with no official telecast or live streaming available in India. Both teams aim to use this series as a stepping stone for the next World Test Championship cycle.