Top-order batter Mahmudul Hasan Joy returns to Bangladesh's Test squad as they prepare for a two-match series against Ireland, starting November 11 in Sylhet. Joy, a veteran of 18 Tests, had earlier made history with a century in South Africa, a first for a Bangladeshi batter in the country according to ESPNcricinfo.

Najmul Hossain Shanto is set to maintain his role as captain until the conclusion of the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The Bangladesh Cricket Board has reinstated Shanto as the Test captain following his earlier resignation after a series defeat to Sri Lanka in June. His leadership will be crucial in the upcoming series against Ireland.

The squad announcement includes four fast bowlers: Ebadot Hossain, Nahid Rana, Hasan Mahmud, and Khaled Ahmed, along with thr

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