While Bangladesh did not perform as expected in the World Cup, they performed quite well in the ODI series in New Zealand later in the year. For the first time, the Tigers won an ODI on New Zealand soil, even though they ultimately lost the series 2–1.
Actually, Bangladesh's ODI record in 2023 has been disappointing. Shanto aims to get the team back on track as they play their first ODI series this year.
“When you are against an international team you will face huge challenges. We played exceptional cricket from 2015-2022, especially in the ODI format, so a bad year could catch up to us. But it is important to bounce back. And we are ready for it,'' he commented.