After a dominant performance in the T20 series, where Bangladesh convincingly whitewashed Afghanistan, the Tigers are set to continue their momentum in the One Day International (ODI) format.

In the first ODI of the three-match series, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and chose to bat first, signalling confidence in his side’s top-order batting strength and pitch conditions favourable for early run-scoring.

After their commanding T20 clean sweep, the Tigers aim to replicate their success in the longer limited-overs format, with a strong focus on consistency and building partnerships at the top of the order.

Miraz’s decision to bat first reflects his team’s strategy to put runs on the board early and apply scoreboard pressure on the Afghan side — a tactic that proved successful throughout the T20 series.

Cricket enthusiasts now await to see whether Bangladesh can extend their dominance in the ODI series as well.