The ruling and opposition members of the Jatiya Sangsad will take part in the Cricket Tournament for Parliamentarians, scheduled in the United Kingdom from July 8 to 15.

Countries whose teams are taking part in World Cup cricket 2019 have been invited to send a team of parliamentarians to participate in the World Cup, scheduled to begin July 9. 

To ensure participation of a well–prepared team of the competitive tournament, members of Bangladesh parliament have already started net practice. 
 
Former Bangladesh cricket captain and lawmaker Naimur Rahman Durjoy said Countries whose teams are taking part in World Cup cricket 2019 will take part in world cup for parliamentarians.

“There are also special events, which will help develop relations among these countries. There are also several courtesy calls on the British Prime Minister”, he added.

The parliamentarians, including State minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak, Naimur Rahman Durjoy and Sanowar Hossian, are seen passing busy time in practice at Mirpur Sher-e-bangla National Cricket Stadium on Friday (April 26). 

Although the practice started, the team is still not finalized. A 15-member team will be announced after the fitness test.

Members of Parliament who will attend the tournament will get the chance to watch the final match of the World Cup on July 14 with the British Prime Minister Theresa May.

BDST: 1351 HRS, APR 26, 2019
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