Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) plan to stage a three-day match between Bangladesh U-17 and Sri Lanka U-17 at Mirpur's Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium this week has drawn criticism, with several officials questioning the choice of venue.
The itinerary for Sri Lanka U-17's tour, confirmed on Monday, includes two three-day matches and three one-dayers. The first three-day match will be held in Mirpur from November 27, followed by the second at the Bashundhara Sports Complex from December 2. The one-day matches are scheduled in Chattogram on December 7, 9, and 12.
BCB head curator Tony Hemming voiced disappointment over the decision while speaking to The Daily Star, noting that the wicket needs more rest and age-level matches should ideally be moved to other venues.
Mirpur's pitches, frequently criticised for lacking sporting balance, are under pressure due to the heavy volume of games played there.
Newly appointed grounds committee chairman Khaled Mashud Pilot echoed the concern, saying he only learned about the matches after taking charge.
He stressed that the board intends to restrict Mirpur to finals, high-profile domestic games, and age-level finals, with all other home matches to be held elsewhere.