9th Match, Group B -
Bangladesh v Ireland
Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
Fri Feb 25
08:30 GMT | 14:30 local
Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh
Initially picked in the Bangladesh team for his left-arm spin, Shakib Al Hasan has
graduated to becoming a key member of the national team with his all-round skills.He's played a prominent role in reviving Bangladesh's fortunes in both Tests
and ODIs, contributing significantly with both bat and ball and even bearing
the burden of captaincy. He oversaw a 4-0 whitewash of New Zealand in an ODI series at home, and led by example. For Bangladesh in the World Cup, much will depend on how he delivers.
William Porterfield, Ireland
His country's leading batsman after the loss of Ed Joyce and Eoin Morgan to England, Porterfield is a correct and stylish left-hander who has forged a successful career in English county cricket. He moved through the age-groups and always seemed destined for a major role in Ireland's future and began his international career in Hussey-esque with two early hundreds. As a captain he has had to learn quickly, but is a strong thinker and about the game always speaks openly regarding the challenges facing Associate cricket.
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