Need to build a habit to score 200-250 – Litton

Bangladesh's T20I Skipper Litton Das on Building a Habit to Score 200-250

Pressure to Deliver Against Netherlands

Litton Das, Bangladesh's T20I skipper, believes the upcoming T20I series against Netherlands will provide ideal preparation for his side ahead of the Asia Cup. However, he is hoping Bangladesh would build a habit of notching totals in excess of 200 in T20Is.

No Small Teams in International Cricket

Litton is aware that despite playing an associate team, he will be under pressure to deliver in the upcoming three-match T20I series. "In international cricket, there is no small team. Bangladesh have lost to different teams earlier – nothing new," Litton said. "If we lose, we lose. What matters is how well we play."

Building a Habit to Score 200-250

Litton emphasized the importance of building a habit to score 200-250 in T20Is. "Abu Dhabi will be batting-friendly, like Sylhet. But to score 200-250, we also need to build a habit," said Litton. "Conditions there are quite similar to Sylhet. We've trained under dew here, so the players know what to expect."

Welcoming Nurul Hasan and Saif Hasan Back

Litton welcomed both Nurul Hasan and Saif Hasan back in the T20I set-up and insisted that the team management are backing the duo with long-term plans in mind. "I'm very happy they're in. Sohan has been consistent for years. Saif's aggressive mindset is what we needed in the middle order, and he can bowl a bit too. It's not like they'll be dropped after one or two matches," he said.

Netherlands' Confidence Ahead of the Series

Even as Bangladesh team's practice at SICS was called off due to inclement weather, Netherlands skipper Scott Edwards said that his team is confident of clinching the upcoming T20I series. "You always go into every series trying to win. We expect to play good cricket, and if we play well enough, absolutely, we've got a chance," Edwards said.

Netherlands' Preparation for the ICC T20 World Cup

Edwards added that they are taking the series as preparation for the upcoming ICC T20I World Cup. "It's a great warm-up for us heading into the World Cup," said Edwards. "After qualifying for the World Cup, getting match experience in Asia was one of our first goals. Playing three T20s against a strong side like Bangladesh in their home conditions is perfect for our preparation."