Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim is quietly building momentum ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, and the young left-hander believes he is finally ready to deliver the kind of performances he has long expected from himself on the big stage.
At just 23, Tanzid has already featured in one T20 World Cup, but he admits that he has unfinished business in ICC tournaments. This time, his goals are clearer, his mindset sharper.
“From the start of my career until now, especially in ICC events, I haven’t been able to play to my full potential,” Tanzid reflected.
“Earlier, I used to get good starts in almost every match but couldn’t carry on. Now we’re working on staying mentally fitter so I can convert starts into big scores.”
Fresh from a 2–1 T20I series win over Ireland, the opener has been pushing hard in a specialised BCB batting camp—a program tailored to help batters understand opposition tactics and game scenarios at the highest level.
Fine-Tuning for the Powerplay
Tanzid revealed that Bangladesh’s preparation has been heavily focused on one crucial area: powerplay batting.
“Coaches have been emphasizing how to bat in the powerplay and how to find gaps,” he explained.
“Sometimes we take high risks in situations where we don’t need to, and that leads to losing two or three quick wickets.”
Bangladesh are now working on scoring boundaries with lower risk, rotating strike under pressure and improving game awareness—key components for success on the big stage.
A Flexible Batting Order
With Bangladesh experimenting with multiple options at the top, Tanzid believes that adaptability will define their approach in the World Cup.
“Honestly, no one is settled here. Whoever the team needs in whichever position will play there,” he said.
“Even in the last series you saw an opener being asked to bat at No.3 or No.4. The team will do what it feels is best.”
This flexible mindset aligns with Bangladesh’s evolving T20 structure, where roles may shift depending on opposition, pitch and match situation.
A Challenging Group Awaits
Bangladesh have been placed in Group C for the T20 World Cup 2026 alongside heavyweights England, co-hosts West Indies, and spirited sides Nepal and Italy. They begin their campaign on February 7 in Kolkata against the West Indies—a clash that could shape the group early.
For Tanzid, it’s another opportunity to break through on the world stage. He has the form, the preparation, and most importantly, the clarity. Now, he looks determined to turn promising starts into something far more impactful when the biggest T20 event arrives in February.
Bangladesh will hope that this time, their young opener steps into the spotlight and stays there.
