The ODOMMO Bangladesh T20 Cup 2026 has been launched, providing a significant domestic competition after the national team’s exit from the T20 World Cup. The tournament, set to take place from February 5 to February 9 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka, aims to keep top players active and competitive.
ODOMMO Bangladesh T20 Cup 2026: Team Composition and Leadership
This tournament features three specially assembled squads: Dhumketu XI, Durbar XI, and Duronto XI. Each team includes both established players and promising new talent, with leadership from notable figures in Bangladesh cricket:
- Dhumketu XI: Led by national T20I captain Litton Kumar Das, this team boasts a strong bowling lineup, including Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam. Taskin Ahmed was initially included but is unavailable due to injury; he has been replaced by Mukidul Islam.
- Durbar XI: Captained by Najmul Hossain Shanto, this squad features experienced players such as Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, and wicketkeeper Nurul Hasan Sohan.
- Duronto XI: Under the captaincy of Under-19 World Cup-winning leader Akbar Ali, this team emphasizes youth and speed, including players like Nahid Rana and newcomers Jishan Alam and Jawad Abrar.
| Team | Captain | Head Coach | Assistant Coach |
| Dhumketu XI | Litton Kumar Das | Mohammad Salahuddin | Ashraful |
| Durbar XI | Najmul Hossain Shanto | Mizanur Rahman Babul | Tushar Imran |
| Duronto XI | Akbar Ali | Hannan Sarkar | Rajin Saleh |
- Dhumketu XI: Litton Das (C), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain Patwary, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mukidul Islam Mugdho (replacing Taskin Ahmed), Shoriful Islam.
- Durbar XI: Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Habibur Rahman Sohan, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nurul Hasan Sohan, Tanvir Islam, Aliss Al Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Mohammad Saifuddin, Syed Khaled Ahmed, Al Fahad.
- Duronto XI: Akbar Ali (C), Jishan Alam, Jawad Abrar, Mahfijul Islam Robin, Ariful Islam, Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan, Azizul Hakim Tamim, Ripon Mondol, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Meherob Hossain, Rakibul Hasan, Nahid Rana, Iqbal Hossain Emon.
ODOMMO Bangladesh T20 Cup 2026: Investment and Innovations
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has committed Tk 2.5 crore (approximately INR 1.87 crore) in prize money and player fees, aiming to create a highly competitive atmosphere for the tournament.
- Impact Player Rule: For the first time in Bangladesh domestic cricket, this rule allows tactical substitutions, similar to strategies used in the IPL.
- Matchday Experience: To attract audiences, daily events will start at 4:00 PM, followed by cricket matches at 6:00 PM under lights.
- Ticket Prices: The BCB has set affordable ticket prices: Eastern Gallery at Tk 100, Northern/Southern at Tk 200, Club House at Tk 500, and Grand Stand at Tk 1,000.
