The T20I series between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh gets underway with the two sides set to meet in the opener.

Key Absences for Bangladesh

Bangladesh head into the series already missing several players including Litton, Mehidy, Taskin and Mahmud.

The team will also miss the injured Mustafizur for the opening match.

Series Context

Zimbabwe, described as high-flying, take on this under-strength Bangladesh lineup in the T20I series opener.

The absences leave Bangladesh with a reduced squad for the encounter.

Bangladesh will also miss the injured Mustafizur.

The match marks the start of the series between the two teams.