Bangladesh cricketers to wear black armbands in 2nd ODI to mourn Dhaka school tragedy
In observance of national mourning, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced several solemn measures. The national flag will fly at half-mast at the SBNSC and all BCB venues.A minute's silence will be observed before the start of the match, and no music will be played during the game. Prayers have also been arranged for the victims of the tragedy.Players and match officials will wear black armbands as a mark of respect, uniting with fans in honouring the lives lost in the devastating accident.Standing in silence, united in sorrow.The Bangladesh Cricket Board observes National Mourning Day in remembrance and honour of the victims of the Milestone air crash tragedy.Dutch-Bangla Bank Bangladesh Pakistan T20I Series 2025 | 2nd T20I#BCB #Cricket #BANvPAK pic.twitter.com/ptnzFpWknR— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) July 21, 2025Earlier after the crash, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) issued a statement mourning the incident and expressing deep condolences to the victims' families.'The Bangladesh Cricket Board expresses profound sorrow over the tragic air crash at Milestone School & College in Dhaka. We stand in solidarity with the grieving families and all those affected. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to everyone impacted by this heartbreaking tragedy,' BCB wrote.Bangladesh won the first T20I by seven wickets on Sunday with Parvez Hossain Emon winning the Player of the Match award for his unbeaten 56-run knock. Earlier, Taskin Ahmed picked up three wickets as the Tigers bowled Pakistan out for 109 in 19.3 overs.- EndsMust Watch
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