- June 5, 2025
Just as Bangladesh needed a boost, guess who’s back? Ebadot Hossain – the tearaway pacer from the armed forces with a fiery Test record – has reclaimed his national side position after nearly two years away. With a repaired ACL and rehab hopefully in the rearview mirror, Ebadot is set to wear the whites again as he takes to the field for the Test series against Sri Lanka. This is perfect timing for a team that is looking to refresh for the new World Test Championship cycle.
The Road Back: Ebadot’s Journey from Injury to Action
There’s no denying it—ACL injuries suck. It’s a long road to recovery, and players can spend many months sidelined before they get back to some rhythm, let alone confidence. With fast bowlers, ACLs can be devastating, and Ebadot’s journey back after he tore his ACL in July 2023 against Afghanistan in an ODI has not been easy. However, one major positive is that he has put the work in.
During the 2024-25 domestic season, he played 27 matches, including three first-class fixtures, showing he wasn’t just relying on recovery but was aiming to rebuild. One of those fixtures was against New Zealand A, and Ebadot showed signs that he still knew how to bowl. Ebadot’s 42 wickets from the 20 Tests underline that he showed he can perform at the very highest level. With experience on his side, Ebadot rejoins the Bangladesh squad—perhaps smarter, certainly more dangerous.
Why Ebadot’s Return Matters Tactically
Traditionally, Sri Lankan conditions tend to favour spin, especially in Galle. While pace will always be involved, especially if it comes with aggression and variety, Ebadot fits in well. He can create problems with his left-arm angle, raw pace, and breakthrough potential with bounce. He can shock the top orders and provide breakthroughs when spinners have hit a wall.
The importance of Ebadot’s return is also compounded by a lack of speed, with no Taskin Ahmed (injured). Without a proven pacer, it could have also been a toothless Bangladesh lineup. Now with Ebadot and Khaled Ahmed, the pace attack carries some bite. This also allows spinners like Mehidy and Taijul, in particular, to become less dependent on breaking partnerships, putting them into more attacking roles.
Leadership, Experience, and a Boost of Belief
In addition to wickets and pace, Ebadot also provides experience and energy. In a squad where many of the players are still finding their feet, the presence of someone who has experienced highs, lows, and long bouts of injury recovery is a huge advantage. Ebadot is a fighter, and that spirit can be contagious.
Bangladesh drew their last Test series with Zimbabwe, but expectations are higher this time around. There is captaincy from Najmul Hossain Shanto and senior players like Mushfiqur and Litton Das to support him as Ebadot further strengthens the XI and dressing room.
While Ebadot Hossain’s comeback brings an emotional lift, it also introduces a selection dilemma that could influence the balance of the squad against Sri Lanka. Ebadot’s pace, passion,n and perseverance certainly give Bangladesh a real opportunity to fly the flag for their World Test Championship journey.
Will Ebadot hit the ground running and rattle the Lankan top order? Or will a touch of rust have a bearing on his efforts? One way or another, his return is shaping up to be one of the tour’s standout talking points. Are you ready for Ebadot’s roar in Galle?
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