Dhaka, Nov. 10 -- It goes without saying that domestic cricket is the talent pipeline for every cricketing nation. No amount of international coaching or exposure can compensate for a weak domestic structure. The leagues, tournaments, and academies at home are where future stars are shaped long before they wear national colours.

In Bangladesh, however, that foundation still needs to grow stronger. The pitches, facilities, and overall playing environment in domestic cricket are yet to match the international standard. Due to these reasons, many cricketers struggle when they join the national team, and they have to learn under pressure instead of being fully prepared.

For the sake of improving domestic cricket and the performance of inter...