Asia Cup 2018: Pakistan Probable playing 11 against Bangladesh

Bowlers

Hasan Ali

Hasan Ali hasn't been his usual self so far in the Asia Cup

Coming in at 9 is the first of Pakistan's pace trio: Hasan Ali. His purple patch of the Champions Trophy miracle run seems to have faded away as he has struggled to find his rhythm lately. He is armed with multiple variations and a solid outing for him against Bangladesh could be the confidence boost he needs.

Junaid Khan

The only other player (aside from Masood) in the Pakistan squad yet to play a game this tournament is Junaid Khan. Once a dominant fixture in the Pakistan XI, he finds himself on the outside looking in.

Junaid Khan needs to play in what could be Pakistan's final game of the tournament. The team's poor performance in the pace department should open the door for Junaid to play against Bangladesh. He offers better control and pace than others and there has never been any doubts about his commitment to the cause.

Shaheen Afridi

One of the youngest names in international cricket, Shaheen Afridi made his ODI debut against Afghanistan, picking up 2/38 in an impressive display of pace and discipline. Standing at a tall 6'6", Afridi will look to trouble the Bangladesh batsmen with his pace and bounce. The variety he offers should ensure that he is picked for the crucial encounter ahead of the out-of-sorts Mohammad Amir.