The confirmed schedule for Sri Lanka’s tour of Bangladesh, featuring T20Is, Tests, and ODIs, is set to collide with the commencement of IPL 2024. As cricket enthusiasts anticipate thrilling matches, the scheduling conflict raises concerns about player availability, adding a layer of uncertainty to the upcoming cricketing season.

IPL 2024 Schedule Confirmed

The schedule for Sri Lanka’s tour of Bangladesh has been officially confirmed, featuring three T20Is, two Test matches, and three ODIs. However, the tour is set to clash with the eagerly awaited Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, with the series concluding on April 3, potentially overlapping with the start of IPL.

Clash with IPL 2024

The clash arises as Bangladesh hosts Sri Lanka for two Tests, three T20Is, and three ODIs in March. While the exact schedule for IPL 2024 is yet to be unveiled, there is a possibility of the tournament kicking off in the last week of March. This scheduling conflict may impact player availability, especially considering the involvement of several players from both nations in the IPL.

Tour Details

The tour begins with the T20I series in Sylhet on March 4, followed by matches on March 6 and 9. The ODIs will take place in Chattogram on March 13, 15, and 18. The Test series, breaking tradition, will not be hosted at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka due to ongoing women’s series. The Test matches are scheduled from March 22 to March 26 and March 30 to April 3.

Player Availability

Given the conclusion of the white-ball leg on March 18, players might join their respective IPL teams on time. However, if selected for the Test squad, availability issues may arise, creating a familiar challenge in cricket history.