Dhaka Capitals Squad BPL 12: Complete Players List Announced

The excitement for the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) Season 12 is at its peak, and now the Dhaka Capitals squad for 2026 has officially been announced. Dhaka Capitals, one of the most popular and competitive franchises in BPL history, have built a strong and balanced team this year with world-class overseas players, top Bangladeshi talent, and powerful all-rounders.

With names like Alex Hales, Taskin Ahmed, Dasun Shanaka, and Usman Khan, the Capitals have assembled a squad that looks ready to challenge all teams and make a strong run toward the BPL 12 trophy.

In this article, we will cover the full Dhaka Capitals squad, foreign players list, role-wise breakdown, key players to watch, and an overview of their BPL 2026 prospects.

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Dhaka Capitals Squad 2026

Below is the officially announced squad for BPL Season 12 (2026), featuring a perfect mix of firepower, experience, and young emerging talent.

Dhaka Capitals 2026 Full Players List

Player NameRoleCountry
Taskin AhmedFast BowlerBangladesh
Mohammad Saif HasanTop-order BatterBangladesh
Alex HalesOpening BatterEngland
Usman KhanTop-order BatterUAE/Pakistan
Shamim HossainMiddle-order BatterBangladesh
Mohammad SaifuddinBowling All-rounderBangladesh
Mohammad MithunWicketkeeper-BatterBangladesh
Taijul IslamLeft-arm SpinnerBangladesh
Mohammad Sabbir RahmanBatterBangladesh
Md Nasir HossainBangladesh
Tofayel AhmedBangladesh
Irfan ShukkurWicketkeeper-BatterBangladesh
Abdullah Al MamunBangladesh
Maruf MridhaBangladesh
Jayed UllahFast BowlerBangladesh
Moinul IslamBangladesh
Dasun ShanakaAll-rounderSri Lanka
Zubairullah AkbariAfghanistan

Role-Wise Breakdown: Dhaka Capitals Squad 2026

Top-Order Batsmen

  • Alex Hales
  • Mohammad Saif Hasan
  • Usman Khan
  • Mohammad Sabbir Rahman

Middle-Order Batsmen

  • Shamim Hossain
  • Abdullah Al Mamun

Wicketkeeper-Batters

  • Mohammad Mithun
  • Irfan Shukkur

All-rounders

  • Mohammad Saifuddin
  • Dasun Shanaka
  • Md Nasir Hossain

Spin Department

  • Taijul Islam
  • Tofayel Ahmed

Fast Bowlers

  • Taskin Ahmed
  • Jayed Ullah
  • Moinul Islam

Foreign Players in Dhaka Capitals Squad BPL 12

PlayerRoleCountry
Alex HalesOpening BatterEngland
Usman KhanTop-order BatterUAE/Pakistan
Dasun ShanakaAll-rounderSri Lanka
Zubairullah AkbariAfghanistan

This year’s foreign selections bring explosive batting power, stability in the middle order, and strong finishing ability.

Key Players to Watch

Alex Hales: The Powerplay Destroyer

One of the biggest overseas signings of BPL 12, Alex Hales brings elite-level T20 experience from leagues worldwide. Known for aggressive powerplay batting, long sixes, and high strike rates, Hales is expected to be Dhaka’s most dangerous weapon at the top.

His ability to dominate early overs can set the tone for big totals.

Taskin Ahmed: Leaders of the Pace Attack

Bangladesh’s premier fast bowler Taskin Ahmed leads the Capitals’ bowling unit this year. With his pace, bounce, and smart variations, Taskin has become a reliable T20 bowler capable of delivering breakthroughs both in the powerplay and death overs.

He will be crucial to the team’s bowling success in BPL 2026.

Dasun Shanaka: Captaincy & Finisher Role

Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka adds tremendous value with his power-hitting and medium-pace bowling. Known as a natural finisher, Shanaka can change matches in the final overs with both bat and ball.

His leadership qualities bring experience and composure to Dhaka’s middle order.

Usman Khan: Consistent Run Machine

Usman Khan has been one of the most consistent T20 top-order batters in recent years with explosive strike rates and excellent form in franchise leagues. His ability to anchor the innings while scoring quickly makes him a vital player in the Capitals lineup.

Conclusion

The Dhaka Capitals squad for BPL 12 (2026) looks incredibly strong on paper. With explosive overseas talents like Alex Hales, a balanced all-round department led by Dasun Shanaka and Saifuddin, and a powerful bowling attack featuring Taskin Ahmed and Taijul Islam, the Capitals are well-positioned to compete for the BPL title.

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