Bangladesh have suffered a major setback in the ongoing ODI series against Zimbabwe as Litton Das ruled out of ODI series after failing to recover from a hamstring injury. The wicketkeeper-batter, who was initially expected to miss only the first ODI, will now miss the remaining two matches of the three-game contest.
According to reports, Litton Das will continue his rehabilitation in Dhaka instead of rejoining the Bangladesh squad. The decision was taken after he failed to regain full match fitness ahead of the crucial ODI fixtures.
Litton Das Ruled Out of ODI Series : fails fitness test before remaining ODIs
Bangladesh physiotherapist Bayjedul Islam Khan confirmed that Litton underwent a fitness assessment, but the results were not satisfactory. With back-to-back matches scheduled, the team management decided not to rush his return.
“Litton had already missed the first ODI and is still not match fit. He underwent a fitness test today and the outcome was not satisfactory. With back-to-back ODIs coming up, we don’t think he will make sufficient progress to play any part in the series,” Bayjedul Islam Khan said.
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The decision to keep Litton away from the remaining games comes as Bangladesh prepare for a busy international schedule, including upcoming series against Australia, South Africa, and India. The team does not want to risk further aggravating his injury.
Parvez Hossain Emon replaces Litton Das
Following the injury setback, Bangladesh have named young batter Parvez Hossain Emon as Litton Das’ replacement for the remaining two ODIs. The inclusion of Emon will provide Bangladesh with another option in their batting lineup as they look to bounce back in the series.
The absence of Litton Das comes at a difficult time for Bangladesh, who lost the opening ODI against Zimbabwe by 25 runs. The defeat has put them under pressure, with the team now needing a strong comeback to avoid a series loss.
Bangladesh face batting concerns after first ODI defeat
Bangladesh’s batting performance in the opening ODI raised serious concerns. Chasing a target of just 142 runs in Harare, the visitors were bowled out for 116 runs, with only three batters managing to score in double figures.
The team will be hoping for an improved batting display in the second ODI on July 9. With Litton Das unavailable, Bangladesh’s middle order will need to step up and deliver under pressure.
The Litton Das ruled out of ODI series update has added to Bangladesh’s challenges, but the team will aim to overcome the setback and keep their hopes alive in the Zimbabwe series.