Zimbabwe’s 2025 Test series against Bangladesh is their first red-ball assignment in the subcontinent since 2020. Here are the full squad lists for the series, including injury updates and replacements.
When will the Tests be played?
First Test: April 20 to 24, Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Second Test: April 28 to May 2, Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram
BAN vs ZIM 2025 Tests: Team News
Bangladesh have named a 15-member squad under the leadership of Najmul Hossain Shanto, who missed the series against West Indies. Among the notable inclusions is the return of veteran Mushfiqur Rahim, who was absent during Bangladesh’s previous assignment. Pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib has earned a maiden Test call-up, while fast bowler Taskin Ahmed misses out due to a "left Achilles tendon issue".
For Zimbabwe, Craig Ervine returns to lead the side after withdrawing from the Test against Ireland earlier this year. Also returning is veteran all-rounder Sean Williams, who has recovered from a back injury. Among other notable changes, wicketkeeper-batter Tafadzwa Tsiga makes a comeback, having last played his debut Test against West Indies two years ago
Wellington Masakadza, who last played a Test in 2023 against West Indies, also returns to the side, while Wessly Madhevere – called in as a last-minute replacement for Ervine against Ireland – retains his place. Nicholas Welch, who scored 90 on debut against Ireland, has been called up, with uncapped leg-spinner Vincent Masekesa being the only fresh face.
📍 Mission Bangladesh: Activated!
— Zimbabwe Cricket (@ZimCricketv) April 16, 2025
Zimbabwe arrived to a warm reception at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, with smiles, flower bouquets and a classic team photo moment 📸🌺
Tag your favourite player and send them some love ahead of the Test series! ❤🏏… pic.twitter.com/ZBiOdnJEjx
BAN vs ZIM 2025 Tests: Full Squad Lists
Bangladesh
Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shadman Islam, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan Ankon, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Nahid Rana, Hasan Mahmud, Syed Khaled Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Zimbabwe
Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Ben Curran, Trevor Gwandu, Wessly Madhevere, Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Nyasha Mayavo, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Victor Nyauchi, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Nicholas Welch, Sean Williams.
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