Litton Das had a notable performance scoring 94* against West Indies in the 2019 ODI World Cup while batting at No. 5. However, his recent form has raised concerns, as he has not reached double figures in his last eight ODI innings.
Recent Development
In a strategic move, Litton Das will bat at number five in the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan. This change was confirmed by Bangladesh’s coach, Phil Simmons, who believes that this adjustment will benefit both Litton Das and the team.
Phil Simmons stated, “The middle order has been one of our Achilles heels,” emphasizing the need for a stronger performance in that batting position. He also noted that it is challenging for a wicketkeeper to open the batting after keeping for 50 overs, which further supports the decision to shift Das down the order.
Phil Simmons expressed confidence in Litton Das’s ability to adapt, saying, “He has been comfortable batting anywhere.” He added, “I think he’s a lot more relaxed with his game and he sees it as an opportunity to do what the team needs of him.” Simmons mentioned that they did not have to convince Litton for this change, as he was receptive to the team’s needs.
Looking Ahead
Observers are keen to see how this change will impact Litton Das’s performance and the overall dynamics of the Bangladesh team in the series against Pakistan. With Das being considered one of Bangladesh’s better players of spin bowling, his position in the middle order could prove crucial in the upcoming matches.
