Bangladesh likely to rest numeric major players in NZ series
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Bangladesh Shakib al Hasan believes they should rest their ODI World Cup-bound players during the home series against New Zealand later this month to keep the major players fit.
"We will try a few things in the three ODIs against New Zealand. If we can get one or two players from there who can fit into the team [later], it will be better for the team. Everyone has a chance [to play]. I personally believe that those who played in the Asia Cup could be rested from the New Zealand series, especially those who are confirmed for the World Cup,” Shakib said.
The three-match One-Day International series begins on September 21 and closes on September 26 in Dhaka, with both teams traveling to India the following day.
Shakib admitted that one of the reasons for requesting this short period of rest is due to the team's travel hectic during the tournament in India.
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Bangladesh's home series versus New Zealand may potentially provide an opportunity to put their bench strength to the test. They have yet to declare their World Cup squad.
"We cannot afford injuries in that big tournament which involves practice matches and lots of travel. We don't have a lot of bench strength. It is very important for us that players are fit and healthy for the World Cup. I want all four of our fast bowlers to remain fit, now that Ebadot [Hossain] is out." he added.
New Zealand and Bangladesh will play two warm-up games on September 29 and October 2, respectively.
