Pakistan vs Bangladesh Cricket Timeline: History & Fixtures

When Bangladesh claimed their first-ever T20I series win over Pakistan in July 2025, it marked more than just a single result—it closed a chapter on nearly two decades of near-total dominance by the Green Shirts. The Tigers had never before won a multi-match T20I series against their neighbors to the northwest, and the fact that it happened in Mirpur gave the upset an extra layer of meaning for home fans. But the rivalry isn’t standing still: Pakistan is already committed to touring Bangladesh again in 2026 for ODIs and Test matches, setting up the next chapter in what remains one of cricket’s more lopsided rivalries.

Next T20Is in Pakistan: May 28 & 30, 2025, Lahore · Bangladesh Tour of Pakistan 2025: Two T20Is in Lahore · Next ODIs: March 11, 13 & 15, 2026, Dhaka · Head-to-head: Pakistan 67 wins in 80 total matches

Has Bangladesh Ever Won a Series Against Pakistan?

For years, the answer was a flat no. Bangladesh’s cricket history against Pakistan was defined by heavy defeats across formats, with occasional single-match upsets that never translated into a series win. That changed in July 2025, when Bangladesh completed a 2-1 series victory over Pakistan in Mirpur—marking the first time the Tigers had ever won a multi-match T20I series against their northwestern neighbors.

Bilateral Series History

The overall head-to-head record tells the story starkly: out of 80 total matches played between the two sides, Pakistan has won 67, Bangladesh just 12, with one draw. The gap is even wider in the 50-over format—Pakistan leads 34-5 in 39 ODIs. Before the 2025 T20I series, Bangladesh’s last notable win over Pakistan came in July 2019, when they secured a 37-run victory, followed by another win in September 2018. Those results were exceptions that proved the rule.

The pattern: Pakistan has historically dominated across every format, with Bangladesh managing only scattered individual match wins rather than sustained series success. The 2025 T20I series win breaks that pattern for the first time in the shortest format.

Test Matches Overview

Test cricket between these two nations remains the most lopsided chapter. Their only Test encounters came in January 2002, just months after Bangladesh gained Test status. Pakistan won both matches comprehensively—the first in Dhaka by an innings and 178 runs, the second in Chittagong by an innings and 44 runs. Those results set the tone for years to come.

Pakistan’s next tour to Bangladesh in 2026 includes two Test matches scheduled for May 8-12 and a date yet to be confirmed, both counting toward the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027. Bangladesh will host at home, and if the 2025 T20I series is any indication, they won’t be pushovers on familiar pitches.

Bangladesh Tour of Pakistan 2025 Fixtures

While the focus has been on Pakistan touring Bangladesh, the return fixture is already on the calendar. Bangladesh is scheduled to tour Pakistan in 2025 for a two-match T20I series, with both matches to be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The dates are May 28 and May 30, 2025.

1st T20I Lahore, May 28

The first T20I is scheduled for May 28, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This marks Bangladesh’s first bilateral tour to Pakistan since the format shift was announced. Both teams will be using these matches as crucial T20 World Cup preparation, with the 2026 edition of the tournament on the horizon.

2nd T20I Lahore, May 30

The second and final T20I of the series is scheduled for May 30, 2025, also in Lahore. With both teams prioritizing T20 cricket ahead of the World Cup, expect competitive lineups from both sides.

Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026 Schedule

Pakistan’s 2026 tour to Bangladesh is the most substantial bilateral commitment between these two nations in years. The schedule includes three ODIs in March and two Test matches in May, with all limited-overs fixtures confirmed at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.

1st ODI Dhaka, March 11

The first ODI is confirmed for March 11, 2026, at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. The match is scheduled as a day-night fixture starting at 1:15 PM local time (2:15 PM Dhaka, 1:45 PM IST). This kicks off Pakistan’s first ODI assignment in Bangladesh since the series was officially added to the ICC Future Tours Program.

2nd and 3rd ODIs Dhaka, March 13 & 15

The remaining two ODIs follow on consecutive days—March 13 and March 15, 2026—both at the same Mirpur venue. A 3-0 whitewash would be a significant statement from Pakistan given their historical dominance in the 50-over format, but Bangladesh’s home advantage and familiarity with local conditions make a clean sweep far from guaranteed.

History of Cricket Matches Between Bangladesh and Pakistan

The Pakistan-Bangladesh cricket rivalry stretches back to 2002, when Bangladesh first played Test cricket. While Pakistan has dominated overwhelmingly across formats, recent years have seen Bangladesh close the gap, culminating in their first-ever T20I series win in July 2025.

2002 Test Series Results

Bangladesh’s first Test matches against Pakistan came in January 2002, just months after earning Test status. The results were brutal. Pakistan won the Dhaka Test by an innings and 178 runs, scoring 490/9 declared while Bangladesh managed only 160 and 152 in their two innings. The Chittagong Test followed a similar script—Pakistan won by an innings and 44 runs. Those early encounters set a precedent of dominance that Pakistan maintained for over two decades.

Key Bilateral Encounters

• September 26, 2018: Bangladesh won a match against Pakistan, one of their rare victories in the build-up to their 2025 series triumph.
• July 5, 2019: Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 37 runs, another single-match upset that suggested potential for series success.
• September 6, 2023: Pakistan responded with a commanding 94-run victory, reasserting dominance.
• October 31, 2023: Pakistan won by 7 wickets with 105 balls remaining, a dominant chase that underscored their overall superiority.
• July 20-24, 2025: Bangladesh completed a historic 2-1 T20I series win over Pakistan in Mirpur.

Recent Pakistan vs Bangladesh Encounters

The most recent chapter in this rivalry before the 2025 series included a mix of results. Pakistan won convincingly in 2023, with both matches ending in clear Pakistani victories. Bangladesh’s last win in that stretch came in 2019, and their next came in 2025 as part of the series win. A match scheduled for February 27, 2025, was abandoned without a ball bowled due to weather, highlighting the logistical challenges of cricket in the subcontinent.

ODI Series in Dhaka

Heading into the March 2026 ODI series, Pakistan holds a commanding 34-5 advantage in the 50-over format across 39 matches. The ODIs in Dhaka will test whether Bangladesh can leverage home conditions to close that gap. Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium typically offers spin-friendly pitches that have historically favored Bangladesh’s bowling attack.

T20 World Cup Context

Both the 2025 and 2026 series between Pakistan and Bangladesh carry T20 World Cup preparation implications. Pakistan, under captain Salman Ali Agha, suffered a Super 8 exit from the most recent T20 World Cup, making the upcoming series essential for rebuilding momentum. The format switches to longer formats for the 2026 tour, but the competitive edge remains sharp on both sides.

Bangladesh won the 3-match series 2–1, achieving their first T20I series win over Pakistan.

— Wikipedia (Cricket Records editors)

Pakistan has clearly been the stronger side in recent meetings. They won convincingly in 2023, both by large margins.

— Tapmad Cricket Analysis

Historically, Pakistan is way apart from the Tigers as per their head-to-head stats in the 50-over format.

— Crex Sports (Cricket Reporter Poulomi Chakraborty)

Summary

The Pakistan-Bangladesh cricket rivalry has shifted dramatically. Bangladesh’s 2-1 T20I series win in July 2025 broke a long-standing pattern of Pakistani dominance and gave the Tigers genuine momentum heading into 2026. Pakistan now faces back-to-back tours to Bangladesh—ODIs in March and Tests in May—where they’ll need to prove they can compete on unfamiliar subcontinental pitches. For Pakistani cricket fans, the 2026 tour is an opportunity to reclaim ground. For Bangladesh, it’s a chance to prove 2025 wasn’t a fluke. The Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur will be the center of attention, and the results there will shape this rivalry for years to come.

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