During the first innings break in Chattogram, chief selector Habibul Bashar Sumon discussed the upcoming Test series and confirmed that four players—Zakir Ali Anik, Hasan Murad, Hasan Mahmud, and Khaled Ahmed—were left out for tactical reasons. Zakir was dropped due to poor form, while Hasan Mahmud was not fully fit after injury. Despite strong performances, Hasan Murad and Khaled Ahmed were omitted based on team strategy.

Bashar explained that the selection panel considered Pakistan’s left-handed batting lineup and opted for off-spinner Nayeem Hasan instead of Murad. Khaled was replaced as selectors preferred wicket-taking bowlers like Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Ebadot Hossain. Bashar emphasized that players should not take the omissions negatively and that explanations would be given personally.

The new squad includes Amit Hasan as a backup wicketkeeper and Tanzid Hasan Tamim, known for his aggressive batting. Bashar said the selectors aim to give new players long-term opportunities, signaling a shift toward fresh planning in Bangladesh’s Test setup.