Bangladesh face a very tough challenge in their opening Asia Cup game tonight. The Tigers will face an aggressive Afghanistan, who ran riot in their first game against hosts Sri Lanka. Can Shakib Al Hasan-led Bangladesh overcome this hurdle and take their first step towards the Super 4 of the continental tournament? We will get to know the answer in about a few hours.

Bangladesh women's national team cricketer, commentator and presenter Shathira Jakir Jessy expressed her thoughts on this on this episode of The Daily Star's NON STRIKER'S END powered by Daraz.