Dhaka, June 2 -- Bangladesh won their first ODI back in 1998 against Kenya in Hyderabad. Since then, they have taken 21 years more to win their first title in a multi-national cricketing event. Interestingly, both of these historical moments of Bangladesh cricket came on the same date- May 17.

On May 17 in 1998, Bangladesh were a team who used to love cricket but failed to live up to the expectation in the field. But on May 17 in 2019, Bangladesh are a team who can beat any opponent in the world on their day.

In the intervening period, Bangladesh became a strong contender in ODI cricket. The difference is made by many ups and lows, many heartbreaks on several occasions. It took many sleepless nights for Bangladesh to reach their adultho...