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Big series for us: Saqibul

DHAKA: Saqibul Hasan is young but mature enough to accept the difference between India and Bangladesh ahead of the three-match one-day series starting here on Thursday.

The gifted all-rounder, a key performer in Bangladesh's enterprising show at the recent World Cup, was quick to admit that the home team would be under pressure.

"Our win (against India) in the World Cup is now a thing of the past. It's a big series for us and we would be under big pressure. The people have big expectations from us,' said Saqibul.

His fifty was one of the highlights of Bangladesh's victory over India. With an aggregate of 202 runs, Saqibul enjoyed a healthy World Cup and emerged as an all-rounder with immense potential as his left-arm spin fetched him seven wickets.

Saqibul made light of Dravid's observation that the Indians had come prepared to tackle the spin-strength of the home team. "Had that been so easy, then every team would have done the same and succeeded," was a smart reply by the youngster.

On the series ahead, Saqibul said with confidence, "Our players are all enjoying the game. Hopefully, it will be a good contest." — Special Correspondent

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