Internationally, the country hosted tours by the West Indies, England A and Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).
In October 1999, West Indies led by Brian Lara played a single first-class match against the Bangladesh national team, which was drawn.
The teams also played a two-match series of Limited Overs Internationals (LOI) which West Indies won 2–0.
In January 2000, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) toured the country to play five matches including one first-class against the national team.
The National Cricket League was launched with six teams taking part, each representing one of the country's administrative divisions.