Mahmudullah, Mominul likely to miss out on Australia Tests

It was learned that batsman Mominul Haque and all-rounder Mahmudullah are likely to miss out on the squad for the two-match Test series against Australia. It was first revealed by sources that the duo are set to be axed from the 17-member squad for the practice game in Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, beginning on Wednesday. It was later understood by Dhaka Tribune that both Mahmudullah and Mominul are likely to miss out from the squad for the Australia series as well.

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According to sources, a decision has already been taken on the matter. However, discussions are ongoing, given that there are a few in the national selection committee who disagree with the move. Meanwhile, a two-member Cricket Australia delegation were scheduled to reach Dhaka on Tuesday night.

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The practice is common for CA to send a delegation to assess the arrangement of the host country, days before its cricket team’s arrival. The first Test starts from August 27. The two-member CA delegation, involving anti corruption and security unit manager Sean Carroll and security manager Frank Dimasi will inspect the probable venues for the two-day warm-up game of the visiting side.

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Also read: Fatullah uncertain as venue for Australia practice match

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The initial venue for the match, Fatullah’s Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium fell into limbo due to severe warterlogging issue. This forced the BCB to propose BKSP, Sylhet and University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh’s ground as venues for the tour game. Sylhet was ruled out as an option earlier. It is understood that the CA delegates will inspect Fatullah, BKSP and ULAB ground on Wednesday.