Bangladesh chief selector Habibul Bashar has hinted that Rana is unlikely to play the upcoming ODI series against South Africa. However, the Bangladesh team management is hopeful that the fast bowler will recover in time for the T20I series in South Africa.
Nahid Rana is currently completing his rehabilitation in Australia after suffering a labrum tear. The injury has been another major setback for the young fast bowler, who was already working hard to return after suffering a grade-two side strain during Bangladesh's tour of Zimbabwe in July 2026.
BCB reveals Nahid Rana's return date
Habibul Bashar revealed that he spoke to Rana on Sunday, and the pacer is confident about making a quick return. He is expected to return to Bangladesh around November 15 and believes he is already close to full fitness.
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The BCB will continue to monitor his fitness before taking a final call on his availability for the T20I series. However, Bashar is hopeful that Rana will be ready for the T20I series in South Africa.
Bangladesh's South Africa tour schedule
Bangladesh is scheduled to leave for South Africa on November 10 and 11 for an important multi-format tour. The first Test will begin in Johannesburg on November 15, while the second Test will be played in Centurion from November 23.
After the two-match Test series, both teams will face each other in three ODIs and three T20Is. The first T20I will be played at Diamond Oval and will start at 9:30 PM IST. The second match is scheduled for December 12 at Willowmoore Park in Benoni, while the final T20I will take place on December 13 at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Both matches will begin at 6:00 PM IST.
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