The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that fans will be allowed to bring food and drinks from outside into the stadium during the upcoming Bangladesh vs Pakistan T20I series. This is a big change from the earlier rules.

BCB confirmed this in a press release, changing the old rule that did not allow outside food in the stadium. According to the press release, fans can now carry food and drinks, but all items will be checked by security.

"Food and beverages from outside will be allowed, but security staff have the right to inspect them. Entry will be given only after proper checking," said the BCB statement.

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BCB to Enforce Security Rules Despite Relaxed Food Policy

While the food rules have been relaxed, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has said that strict security rules will still be followed for all other items. Fans must bring their food before entering the stadium, as re-entry will not be allowed once they leave.

List of Banned Items at the Stadium

In the press release, the BCB shared a list of things that fans cannot bring into the stadium or stands:

1. Firearms
2. Laser pointers
3. Flares or fireworks
4. Matches, lighters, cigarettes
5. Video cameras or professional DSLR cameras
6. Flags with poles
7. Vuvuzelas, mirrors, knives
8. Canned items or bottles with caps/corks
9. Glass bottles or whistles
10. Any other item that security thinks may be dangerous

Strict Action for Unsafe Behaviour

The BCB also said that any item or behaviour that may be risky for players or fans can lead to a person being stopped from entering or removed from the stadium. Security staff will have full power to take this action.

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BAN vs PAK T20I Series Details

The exciting three-match T20I series between Bangladesh and Pakistan will start on July 20 at 6:00 PM (Bangladesh time). All matches will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, located in Mirpur, Dhaka.

BAN vs PAK Match Preview

Pakistan goes to Bangladesh for the brief T20 series, and while Pakistan is still the favorite to win, the margin of victory is no longer as clear. After defeating Sri Lanka by 8 wickets with over three overs to spare in the previous T20I, a Bangladesh victory is not out of the question. However, the Pakistani side has nearly every area covered. 

BAN vs PAK Match Details

Bangladesh vs Pakistan – 1st T20I Match

Venue: Sher-E-Bangla National Cricket Stadium - Dhaka

Date & Time: 20th July 2025 at 04:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

BAN vs PAK Venue Stats 

BAN vs PAK Pitch Report

The surface at Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur should pique the interest of slower bowlers and spinners. The turn in the surface would require batters to adjust and devise clever strategies to counter spin-bowling and variations

BAN vs PAK Weather Report

With only a 15% chance of rain, there should be no cause for concern. The match is likely to continue despite the extremely warm and humid conditions. 

BAN vs PAK Last Five Matches

BAN vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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BAN vs PAK Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha (c), Mohammad Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf, Abbas Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed

Bangladesh Probable Playing XIs

Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das (c/wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

Topmost Picks for BAN vs PAK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Bangladesh

• Litton Das – Litton Das will bring a vibe with him after blazing 114 runs in the last T20I series, earning him the player-of-the-series against Sri Lanka.
• Tanzim Hasan Sakib – Tanzim Hasan Sakib adds youthful energy to the pace battery. The 22-year-old fast bowler has taken 35 BPL wickets.

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Sahibzada Farhan – Sahibzada Farhan has made an impact in domestic T20 cricket. The Pakistani opening batter has more than 900 PSL runs, including one century and six half-centuries.
• Abbas Afridi –  Abbas Afridi paved up for a win in the third T20I of the previous match against Bangladesh by taking two wickets in the final T20I.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for BAN vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub(C), Salman Agha, Khushdil Shah, Mahedi Hasan(VC), Rishad Hossain, Abbas Afridi, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Abrar Ahmed

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – George Linde, Reeza Hendricks

Vice-captain – Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza 

Wicketkeeper – Lhuan-dre Pretorius

BAN vs PAK Probable Winners:

The Bangladesh team will need to make almost no errors against a team that is determined to win this T20I. Pakistan could take an early lead in the T20I series after establishing some solid combinations in their squad. Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.