With back-to-back home series against the West Indies and Ireland, Litton hopes every game presents challenges that help the players sharpen their skills and mental toughness ahead of the global tournament.
The first match against the West Indies will take place on Monday at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Litton said he hopes these six games bring tough, competitive cricket for his side.
“Honestly, in these two series, I want our players to face challenges, whether in batting or bowling,” Litton said.
“The more we’re pushed in these six matches, the better it is for us. When I say being on the back foot, I don’t mean trailing in the game; I mean being under pressure. I want our bowlers to feel that pressure, because those are the experiences that will help us in the World Cup.”
As one of Bangladesh’s most experienced cricketers, Litton believes adaptability is as much mental as it is technical when switching formats.
“The mindset and aggression level change depending on the format or even the pitch. Since most of our players have been playing this format for a while and have been successful, they know what brand of cricket works best here,” he added.
