Litton Das has been named Bangladesh's captain for the one-off Test against Afghanistan, as regular skipper Shakib Al Hasan is injured.
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Bright future ahead
Litton Das' stocks have risen across formats in recent times and he is considered as Bangladesh's future skipper. He led the team to a 2-1 win over India in a home ODI series.
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Bangladesh's 12th Test skipper
Litton becomes Bangladesh's 12th Test skipper. He will join the likes of Mahmudullah, Mominul Haque, Mashrafe Mortaza, Shakib, Tamim Iqbal etc.
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Litton's stellar Test numbers
Litton Das has scored 2,319 runs in 38 Tests with three tons and 15 half-centuries. In 2022, he has amassed 866 runs in 11 Tests at an average of 43.30.
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Litton's formidable record since 2022
Since 2022, Litton has amassed 2,425 runs across formats in 58 games at an average of 37.89. The tally in this period includes three tons and 17 fifties.
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BCB Chief Selector's verdict
Minhajul Abedin who is the BCB chief selector, believes Litton Das has the potential to lead the Bangladesh Test squad and will embrace the leadership role.