Extensive training programmes should be conducted to remove the basic technical problems the youngsters are facing now in the team.

     I never approved of Bangladesh receiving Test status. This made Bangladesh put on shoes larger than its real size. Bangladesh is yet to have a batsman who has scored two or three centuries in a domestic league in one season. The same goes for the bowlers.

     Bangladesh needs to look for good spinners and very lively cricket tournaments throughout the year for different age groups. This means more money for cricket from public and private sources.

    The Bangladesh cricket administrators would do well for their country if they send 'A teams' to various Test playing nations. This would not only give their young cricketers international exposure but would also improve their temperament of playing cricket at the highest level.

      Bangladesh is a good team with some very enthusiastic young cricketers who have lots of talents. All they need is a good trainer who can remind them about the basics and also encourage them to be more physically capable of taking the pressure when they are in the middle.

      Improving their mental strength is also another area which needs attention. Bangladesh might have had a terrible world cup in 2003 but most of the cricket watchers would expect them to come up well in years to come. Good luck Bangladesh.