Pakistan are back in Bangladesh for a high-stakes two-match Test series that forms part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 cycle. The tour follows their March ODI leg and now shifts focus to red-ball cricket, with both boards confirming the venues, dates, and squads.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Tests: Full Schedule (May 2026)

This series is especially interesting because Pakistan have named a squad that blends senior names with multiple uncapped players, while Bangladesh have included two fresh faces in their first-Test group under captain Najmul Hossain Shanto (with Mehidy Hasan Miraz as vice-captain).

Below is everything you need—fixtures, squads, match times, and where to watch.

Test	Dates	Venue	City	Start Time (Local)
1st Test	May 8–12, 2026	Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium	Dhaka (Mirpur)	09:30 BST
2nd Test	May 16–20, 2026	Sylhet International Cricket Stadium	Sylhet	09:30 BST

These fixtures are officially listed as part of the WTC 2025–27 cycle.

Pakistan Test Squad (Touring Party)

Pakistan arrive with Shan Masood continuing as captain, and the touring group includes several uncapped names. Babar Azam is expected to link up after PSL commitments, per reporting around the squad’s arrival in Dhaka.

Pakistan (16)	Role Type
Shan Masood (c)	Batter
Abdullah Fazal	Batter (uncapped)
Amad Butt	All-round option (uncapped)
Azan Awais	Batter (uncapped)
Babar Azam	Top-order batter
Hasan Ali	Fast bowler
Imam-ul-Haq	Opener
Khurram Shahzad	Fast bowler
Mohammad Abbas	Fast bowler
Mohammad Rizwan (wk)	Wicketkeeper-batter
Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk)	Wicketkeeper-batter (uncapped)
Noman Ali	Spinner
Sajid Khan	Spinner
Salman Ali Agha	Batting all-rounder
Saud Shakeel	Middle-order batter
Shaheen Shah Afridi	Fast bowler

Squad and tour details have been widely reported, including confirmation of Sarfaraz Ahmed being appointed as head coach for this Test tour.

Bangladesh Test Squad (for 1st Test)

Bangladesh confirmed a 15-player squad for the first Test in Dhaka, led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz as vice-captain. The squad includes two uncapped players in contention.

Bangladesh (15)	Role Type
Najmul Hossain Shanto (c)	Batter
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (vc)	All-rounder
Mahmudul Hasan Joy	Batter
Shadman Islam	Opener
Mominul Haque	Batter
Mushfiqur Rahim	Batter
Litton Kumar Das	Wicketkeeper-batter
Taijul Islam	Spinner
Nayeem Hasan	Spinner
Ebadot Hossain	Fast bowler
Shoriful Islam	Fast bowler
Taskin Ahmed	Fast bowler
Nahid Rana	Fast bowler
Tanzid Hasan	Batter (uncapped in Tests)
Amite Hasan	Batter (uncapped)

Bangladesh also confirmed the two-Test schedule (Dhaka then Sylhet) in the same update.

Live Streaming & Broadcast: Where to Watch

Broadcast rights can vary by territory, and official partners are typically announced by the home board and local broadcasters close to the series. One confirmed Bangladesh-side update states that Toffee will live-stream Bangladesh international matches (including Pakistan games) through June 2026—covering this Test series window.

Viewing guide (what’s confirmed)

Region	Streaming / Coverage (confirmed)
Bangladesh	Toffee (live-streaming)

For Pakistan, India, UK, US and other regions, viewers should expect separate rights-holders; check your local sports network/OTT listings near match day for the official broadcaster announcement for your country.

What to Watch For (Quick Talking Points)

Theme	Why it matters
Pakistan’s mix of experience + new faces	Several uncapped players are in the touring squad, making selection calls a big storyline.
Bangladesh pace returns	Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam return to the Test mix, adding bite to the attack.
WTC points	Every Test is critical in the 2025–27 cycle—especially for teams trying to climb the standings.

FAQs

When does the Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test series start?

It begins on May 8, 2026 in Dhaka.

How many Tests are in the series?

Two Tests—Dhaka (May 8–12) and Sylhet (May 16–20).

Who captains Pakistan in Bangladesh?

Shan Masood leads Pakistan.

Who captains Bangladesh in the Tests vs Pakistan?

Najmul Hossain Shanto is captain, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz as vice-captain.

Is the series part of the World Test Championship?

Yes, it counts towards the ICC WTC 2025–27.

Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh: Two-Match Test Series – Schedule, Squads, Live Streaming Details & More

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Tests: Full Schedule (May 2026)

Pakistan Test Squad (Touring Party)

Bangladesh Test Squad (for 1st Test)