The Bangladesh squad is scheduled to leave for Sylhet on August 19 to begin preparations for the series, but Miraz will not be traveling with the team. The matches are set to take place at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on August 30, September 1, and September 3.

The series is considered an important part of Bangladesh’s build-up to the Asia Cup, with the deadline for squad submission to the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) fast approaching. All participating nations are required to submit their final squads by August 22. Pakistan and India have already announced their teams, while Bangladesh is yet to confirm either the squad for the Netherlands series or the Asia Cup.

It is expected that the selectors will draw players for the Netherlands series from the preliminary 25-member squad that was recently assembled as part of preparations for the Asia Cup. Team management sources indicated that the final squad could be announced during the training camp in Sylhet.

Despite Miraz’s absence from the Netherlands series, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) remains optimistic that the all-rounder will be available for the Asia Cup, which will be held in the United Arab Emirates later this month. His inclusion is seen as vital, given his role as a versatile performer with both bat and ball.

The Netherlands series in Sylhet is being viewed as a testing ground for Bangladesh ahead of the continental tournament, providing an opportunity to fine-tune combinations and assess player form before the Asia Cup challenge. For Bangladesh, the series also offers valuable match practice in home conditions against a competitive side.

As the countdown to the Asia Cup continues, the absence of Miraz in the preparatory series will leave Bangladesh without one of their most dependable all-rounders. However, the team management has expressed confidence in its bench strength and the ability of other players in the squad to step up in his absence.

The announcement of the final squads for both tournaments is expected to draw significant attention from fans and analysts, as Bangladesh looks to strike the right balance ahead of two crucial assignments on the cricketing calendar.