The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue as captain of the Bangladesh Test team until the end of the ongoing 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle.
Shanto, who first assumed the Test captaincy in 2023, has so far led Bangladesh in 14 matches, guiding the side through a period of steady development and growing competitiveness in the longest format.
BCB President Md Aminul Islam said the decision reflected the Board’s confidence in the 27-year-old batter’s leadership and his vision for the team. “Shanto has shown composure, commitment and a deep understanding of Test cricket. Under his leadership, we have seen growth and belief in the team. The Board feels that continuity in leadership will serve us well as we move forward in this new Test Championship cycle,” he said.
Expressing his gratitude, Shanto said he was honoured to continue leading the national side. “I feel truly honoured to continue leading the Bangladesh Test team and I am very grateful to the Board for the faith and trust they have shown in my captaincy. Captaining my country in Test cricket is the greatest pride of my life. I will do my utmost to repay the responsibility that has been entrusted to me,” he said.
“It is a joy to lead a team that has so much talent and potential, and I believe we have an exciting and positive season ahead. We are looking forward to the upcoming series against Ireland later this month, which marks the start of a busy and important period for Bangladesh Test cricket,” Shanto added.
