Bangladesh

‘Disappointed’ Aikman wants to do well in Jr World Cup

Bangladesh youth hockey team's coach, Siegfried Aikman, has expressed his disappointment at the cancellation of a proposed Switzerland tour ahead of the upcoming FIH Hockey Junior World Cup, which will be held from November 28 to December 10 in India.
25 October 2025, 17:16 PM

Tug of war between archery and football

The upcoming Asian Archery Championship, scheduled for November 8 to 14 in Dhaka, will be relocated from the National Stadium to make way for the Bangladesh national football team's fixtures -- a FIFA friendly against Afghanistan on November 13 and an Asian Cup Qualifier against India on November 18, informed Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan.
25 October 2025, 13:37 PM

Butler slams players’ attitude after 3-0 defeat to Thailand

Bangladesh women's football team coach Peter Butler expressed anger and disappointment over what he described as "a lack of respect and bad manners" from some of his players following a 3-0 defeat against Thailand in the first of two FIFA international friendlies on Friday.
24 October 2025, 17:57 PM

Butler's charges suffer 3-0 defeat against Thailand

Bangladesh suffered a 3-0 defeat against Thailand in the first of their two FIFA friendly matches at the Bangkok Thonburi University Football Training Centre on Friday.
24 October 2025, 12:44 PM

First Thai test for Butler’s charges today

Peter Butler will look to prepare his charges for the challenges of next year's AFC Women's Asian Cup as Bangladesh women's football team take on a strong Thailand side in the first of two international friendly matches today.
24 October 2025, 04:00 AM

'My only goal now is to deliver'

Promising swimmer Samiul Islam Rafi has once again been named the best male swimmer at the recently concluded National Swimming Championships. The Daily Star's Anisur Rahman caught up with the Rajbari-born swimmer to talk about his journey, progress, and aspirations.
24 October 2025, 02:58 AM

Litton returns to lead in T20Is against Windies

Regular skipper Litton Das has returned to lead Bangladesh as the Bangladesh Cricket Board on Thursday announced a 15-member squad for the opening two T20 Internationals against West Indies.
23 October 2025, 12:29 PM

Women's kabaddi team clinch historic medal

Bangladesh confirmed a first-ever bronze medal in the 3rd Asian Youth Games, courtesy of women's kabaddi team who beat Sri Lanka 47-40 in Bahrain on Tuesday.
21 October 2025, 12:29 PM

West Indies level Bangladesh series after clinching Super Over thriller

Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz opted to bat first in the second ODI against the west Indies in Mirpur on Tuesday.
21 October 2025, 07:00 AM

Bangladesh to host Afghanistan in November FIFA window

Bangladesh will play a friendly match against Afghanistan at home as part of their preparation for November’s AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers home fixture against India.
21 October 2025, 06:04 AM

Rakib salvages draw in Hong Kong

Rakib Hossain scored an 84th-minute equaliser as Bangladesh drew 1-1 against Hong Kong in their fourth match of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on Tuesday.  
14 October 2025, 13:58 PM

Hong Kong coach brushes aside Bangladesh's complaints about facilities

Hong Kong coach Ashley Westwood has shot down suggestions that Bangladesh have been ill treated ahead of their AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong at a packed Kai Tak Stadium on Tuesday night.
14 October 2025, 09:15 AM

How real is Bangladesh’s fear of missing direct qualification for the 2027 WC?

There was a time when Bangladesh’s most consistent format was One-Day Internationals (ODIs). But judging by recent performances, this is now the format where they seem most out of rhythm.
13 October 2025, 05:54 AM

Booters look for reversed fortune in Hong Kong

Bangladesh will look to overturn their home defeat as they face Hong Kong, China, in the Asian Cup Qualifiers today at a packed Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong. Kick-off is scheduled for 6:00pm Bangladesh time.
13 October 2025, 03:00 AM

U-17 girls aim to emulate seniors

The Bangladesh under-17 women's football team have set their sights on emulating the achievements of their senior and under-20 counterparts as they begin their AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers campaign against Jordan today.
13 October 2025, 03:00 AM

Cabrera hails Hamza's leadership quality

Bangladesh head coach Javier Cabrera has praised the leadership depth within his squad, highlighting the presence of multiple players capable of guiding the team both on and off the pitch.
12 October 2025, 17:00 PM

Topu ‘fully fit’ for must-win game

Veteran centre-back Topu Barman has declared himself fully fit ahead of Bangladesh's crucial away fixture against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers on Tuesday. With only three matches remaining, the defender emphasised that the team cannot afford to drop any more points.
11 October 2025, 17:53 PM

Squad finalised for Hockey Junior World Cup

Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF) has finalised a 20-member squad for next month's FIH Hockey Junior World Cup in India, leaving out six players from the squad that led them to the final round.
11 October 2025, 17:00 PM

Rashid fifer sinks Bangladesh as Afghanistan clinch ODI series

Afghanistan have won the toss and opted to bat first in the second ODI against Bangladesh at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Saturday. 
11 October 2025, 11:25 AM

White Ferns ease past Tigresses

The White Ferns secured their first win in three matches, bowling out Bangladesh for 127 to seal a commanding 100-run victory.
10 October 2025, 17:04 PM