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New Zealand Bat First in ODI Against Bangladesh Despite Toss Delay

4/17/2026

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New Zealand captain Tom Latham opted to bat first in the first ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka.
The toss was delayed because Bangladesh replaced Mustafizur Rahman with Shoriful Islam due to a knee injury.
Bangladesh's fast-bowling lineup now features Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Shoriful Islam.
New Zealand introduced eight new players since their last ODI in January, with Latham returning after a long absence.
Many New Zealand players are currently participating in the IPL and PSL.

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New Zealand captain Tom Latham opted to bat first in the first ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka.
The toss was delayed because Bangladesh replaced Mustafizur Rahman with Shoriful Islam due to a knee injury.
Bangladesh's fast-bowling lineup now features Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Shoriful Islam.
New Zealand introduced eight new players since their last ODI in January, with Latham returning after a long absence.
Many New Zealand players are currently participating in the IPL and PSL.