Overview

• Najmul Hossain Shanto has been appointed as the captain of the Bangladesh cricket team across all formats for one year, replacing Shakib Al Hasan due to his vision problem.
• Shakib Al Hasan, who has been suffering from a retinal condition in his left eye, was considered the first choice for captaincy but his health issues led to the decision to appoint Shanto.
• Shanto's leadership has been praised for his clear communication and tactical acumen, particularly during the team's tour of New Zealand.
• The Bangladesh Cricket Board has also made changes to the selection committee, appointing Gazi Ashraf Hossain as the chief selector.
• Shanto's first assignment as captain will be the upcoming home series against Sri Lanka, followed by the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and United States in June.