Bangladesh
The Bangladesh national cricket team, nicknamed the Tigers, has emerged as one of the most passionat
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The Bangladesh national cricket team, nicknamed the Tigers, has emerged as one of the most passionate and fast developing sides in international cricket. Governed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), the team made its Test debut in 2000 and has since shown remarkable progress across all formats. Though considered underdogs in their early years, Bangladesh earned widespread respect with notable victories, including their first major upset over Pakistan in the 1999 World Cup. Over the years, the Tigers have consistently improved, defeating top tier teams such as India, Australia, England, and South Africa in bilateral series and ICC tournaments. The team is known for its enthusiastic fan base, especially at venues like Sher e Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka, where cricket is followed with near religious fervor. Bangladesh has produced several standout players including Shakib Al Hasan regarded as one of the greatest all rounders of the modern era along with Tamim Iqbal, Mashrafe Mortaza, and Mushfiqur Rahim. With a strong focus on youth development and increasing consistency in performances, Bangladesh continues to make its mark in world cricket. The team is a symbol of national pride and determination, striving to become a regular title contender on the global stage.