New Delhi, October 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Bangladesh captain Litton Das has been ruled out of the ODI tri-series involving Afghanistan and Zimbabwe in the UAE due to a hip injury, with middle-order batter Towhid Hridoy set to lead the national side for the first time in his career.
Litton, who was appointed Bangladesh’s full-time ODI captain in July, experienced discomfort in his right hip joint and failed to clear the required fitness test, team physiotherapist Bayjedul Islam Khan confirmed.
“Litton Das complained of right hip joint discomfort yesterday, so we had an MRI done. The MRI report shows a slight issue in his right hip joint,” Bayjedul said in a video message, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo.
“Litton still attempted a fitness test today to see if he could play, but he is not available. He could not clear the required benchmark. So, he is not available for this series,” he added.
The injury means Litton will miss what was scheduled to be his first ODI series as Bangladesh’s full-time captain. He has previously led the national team in seven One-Day Internationals.
Hridoy’s appointment makes him the 18th player to captain Bangladesh in men’s ODIs. The 25-year-old will take charge as the team continues its preparations for next year’s ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.
Bangladesh suffered another setback ahead of their opening match against Zimbabwe, with senior all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz ruled out of the contest due to fever.
Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat first in the opening match of the tri-series in Abu Dhabi on Friday.
The three-team tournament features Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe. Each side will compete in the league stage, with the top two teams advancing to the final.
Bangladesh are scheduled to face Afghanistan on October 21, while Zimbabwe will take on Afghanistan on October 19. The final is set for October 23, with all matches to be played in Abu Dhabi.
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