Sher-e-Bangla Cricket Stadium

Sher-e-Bangla Cricket Stadium acts as the base for the Bangladesh national cricket team and the Dhaka Capitals. The venue serves as the primary hub for professional cricket in the country. Since opening in 2006, it has hosted a steady stream of domestic and international fixtures. The ground holds 25,416 spectators who fill the stands for high-stakes matches throughout the cricket calendar year.

The ground first welcomed international men’s cricket in December 2006 for an ODI between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe. The first men's Test match took place shortly after in May 2007 against India. These early fixtures established the stadium as the center of the national game. Since those initial matches, the stadium has become a regular site for home series involving teams from all over the world.

Cricket at this venue spans multiple formats and competitions. It hosts the Bangladesh Premier League, which brings together teams like the Dhaka Gladiators, Barisal Burners, Duronto Rajshahi, and Chittagong Kings. During the 2012 BPL season, matches saw varied outcomes, such as the Dhaka Gladiators defeating the Khulna Royal Bengals by 9 runs and the Barisal Burners securing an 8-wicket win against Duronto Rajshahi.

Women's international cricket also occupies a significant role in the ground's schedule. The first women’s ODI occurred in 2009 between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. More recent women's international matches include encounters between Bangladesh and Australia in 2024. These fixtures highlight the stadium's versatility as it serves as a key site for both the men’s and women’s national squads during their respective tournament seasons.

The stadium has evolved to support a wide range of international contests. Beyond home series, it has been used for various Tri-Series tournaments and tours, including India in Bangladesh, Bangladesh in Zimbabwe, and Bangladesh in Scotland. The infrastructure caters to the demands of these diverse competitions. The pitch conditions remain a central talking point for captains and coaches planning their strategies for upcoming home matches.

Recent international history shows a continued reliance on this site for major fixtures. The last men’s Test was played against Ireland in November 2025, while the last men's ODI took place in April 2026 against New Zealand. These games confirm the stadium's status as the primary ground for the sport in Dhaka. The facility remains the focal point for cricket activity for both local teams and international visitors.