Dubai, Sep 4: Bangladesh will head into the Asia Cup with confidence but also caution, as they prepare to take on Afghanistan’s formidable spin attack in the group stage of the continental tournament.
Afghanistan, widely regarded as the spin powerhouse of world cricket, boast a fearsome arsenal featuring Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad and young prodigy AM Ghazanfar. Their performances in the ongoing tri-nation series in the UAE have only reinforced the challenge awaiting the Tigers.Bangladesh, however, arrive at the event in good rhythm after a 2-0 T20I series win over the Netherlands. In the final match, the side impressed with the bat, posting 164 for 4 in 18.2 overs before rain intervened. While the washout denied them a clean sweep, skipper Litton Das said the series provided valuable match practice ahead of the high-profile Asia Cup clashes.Asked about the looming Afghan spin threat, Litton struck a measured tone.
“You can’t really measure the challenge until you’re in the middle of it,” he said. (Agencies)
