Introduction

The rivalry between the Pakistan national cricket team and the Bangladesh national cricket team has grown stronger over the years. From early matches in the 1990s to nail-biting contests in ICC tournaments, fans on both sides look forward to this exciting clash.

In this article, we well explore their match history, current squads, captaincy, and stats presented mostly through detailed, human-created tables to improve clarity and user experience. Here, Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Timeline.

Timeline: Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Match History

Here’s a year-wise breakdown of the key matches between the two national teams.

Year	Event	Format	Winner	Venue
1999	ICC World Cup	ODI	Bangladesh	Northampton, ENG
2003	Tri-Series	ODI	Pakistan	Multan, PAK
2010	Asia Cup	ODI	Pakistan	Dambulla, SL
2015	Bilateral Series	ODI/Test	Bangladesh (ODI)	Dhaka, BAN
2019	ICC World Cup	ODI	Pakistan	London, ENG
2022	T20 World Cup	T20I	Pakistan	Adelaide, AUS

Pakistan has historically dominated, but Bangladesh has grown into a serious competitor.

Pakistan Cricket Team Squad – 2025

One of the strongest line-ups in Asia, the Pakistan cricket team squad balances experience and youth.

Player	Role	Status
Salman Ali Agha (C)	Batsman	Captain
Hasan Ali	Fast Bowler	Playing XI
Mohammad Haris	Wicket-keeper	Playing XI
Fakhar Zaman	Batsman	Playing XI
Shadab Khan	All-Rounder	Playing XI
Naseem Shah	Fast Bowler	Playing XI
Haris Rauf	Fast Bowler	Playing XI
Faheem Ashraf	All-Rounder	Reserve

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Bangladesh Cricket Team Squad – 2025

The Bangladesh cricket team squad has made big improvements with a blend of experienced and rising stars.

Player	Role	Status
Najmul Hossain Shanto	Batsman	Captain
Shakib Al Hasan	All-Rounder	Senior Player
Litton Das (C)	Wicket-keeper	Playing XI
Taskin Ahmed	Fast Bowler	Playing XI
Mehidy Hasan Miraz	Spinner	Playing XI
Nahid Rana	Fast Bowler	Playing XI
Towhid Hridoy	Batsman	Reserve
Nasum Ahmed	Spinner	Reserve

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Head-to-Head Stats – Pakistan vs Bangladesh (All Formats)

Format	Matches Played	Pakistan Wins	Bangladesh Wins	No Result/Draw
Test	13	12	1	0
ODI	38	33	5	0
T20I	18	16	2	0

Pakistan has a strong overall lead, especially in Test and T20 formats.

Last 5 Encounters – Who Had the Edge?

Match Date	Format	Winner	Margin	Venue
Nov 2022	T20I	Pakistan	5 wickets	Adelaide
Jul 2021	ODI	Bangladesh	37 runs	Dhaka
Oct 2020	Test	Pakistan	Innings & 44	Rawalpindi
Sep 2019	T20I	Pakistan	9 wickets	Karachi
Mar 2018	ODI	Bangladesh	5 runs	Mirpur

Conclusion: A Timeline of Growing Rivalry

What began as a largely one-sided affair has transformed into one of modern cricket’s most intriguing regional rivalries. The Pakistan-Bangladesh cricket dynamic has matured from dominance to duels—where every run, wicket, and decision counts. While Pakistan still holds the edge in overall records, Bangladesh has the underdog label, rising as a formidable force with a point to prove. With the Asia Cup and ICC events on the horizon, this rivalry promises not just competition, but narratives of pride, resilience, and redemption—an evolution shaped by passion, pressure, and the relentless spirit of both nations.