The Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd T20I was nothing short of a cricketing spectacle. Bangladesh and Pakistan clashed at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, and the fans stayed on the edge of their seats until the final ball. Although Bangladesh lost early wickets, they fought back with determination. Meanwhile, Pakistan started strong with the ball but stumbled during their chase. Consequently, Bangladesh secured an 8-run win and clinched the series 2-0.
Match Scorecard – Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd T20I
| Team | Innings Score | Top Scorer |
| Bangladesh | 133 (20 overs) | Jaker – 55 (44) |
| Pakistan | 125 (19.2 overs) | Faheem – 51 (31) |
Bangladesh Innings – 133 all out (20 overs)
| Batting | Run | Ball | 4s/6s | SR |
| Mohammad Naim | 3 | 7 | 0 | 42.85 |
| Parvez Hossain Emon | 13 | 14 | 2 | 92.85 |
| Liton Das (c, wk) | 8 | 9 | 1 | 88.88 |
| Towhid Hridoy | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaker Ali | 55 | 48 | 6 | 114.58 |
| Mahedi Hasan | 33 | 25 | 4 | 132 |
| Shamim Hossain | 1 | 4 | 0 | 25 |
| Tanzim H. Sakib | 7 | 4 | 1 | 175 |
| Rishad Hossain | 8 | 4 | 1 | 200 |
| Shoriful Islam | 1 | 2 | 0 | 50 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | – | – | 0 | – |
| Extras | 4 (b1, lb1, w2) | |||
| Total | 133/10 |
Bangladesh Bowling
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
| Mahedi Hasan | 4 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Shoriful Islam | 4 | 17 | 3 | 4.25 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 3.2 | 15 | 1 | 4.5 |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib | 4 | 23 | 2 | 5.75 |
| Rishad Hossain | 4 | 42 | 1 | 10.5 |
Pakistan Innings – 125 all out (19.2 overs)
| Batting | Run | Ball | 4s/6s | SR |
| Fakhar Zaman | 8 | 8 | 1 | 100 |
| Saim Ayub | 1 | 4 | 0 | 25 |
| Mohammad Haris | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Salman Agha (c) | 9 | 23 | 0 | 39.13 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Khushdil Shah | 13 | 18 | 1 | 72.22 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 51 | 32 | 8 | 159.37 |
| Abbas Afridi | 19 | 13 | 3 | 146.15 |
| Ahmed Daniyal | 17 | 11 | 3 | 154.54 |
| Salman Mirza | – | 0 | 0 | – |
| Extras | 7 (lb3, w3, nb1) | |||
| Total | 125/10 (19.2 overs) |
Pakistan Bowling
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
| Salman Mirza | 4 | 17 | 2 | 4.25 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 3 | 20 | 1 | 6.66 |
| Ahmed Daniyal | 4 | 23 | 2 | 5.75 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 19 | 1 | 6.33 |
| Saim Ayub | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Khushdil Shah | 1 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Abbas Afridi | 4 | 37 | 2 | 9.25 |
After Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl, it was Bangladesh’s chance to step up to the crease first. From the outset, they faced a stiff challenge. Pakistan’s bowlers dismantled the top order quickly, leaving Bangladesh struggling at 29/4 by the end of the powerplay. The stadium fell silent. However, Jaker Ali and Mahedi Hasan rebuilt the innings with patience and grit.
Jaker Ali played a calm and mature knock. He scored 55 runs from 48 balls, including five towering sixes. Mahedi Hasan also made a valuable contribution, scoring 33 runs off just 25 balls. Together, they formed a vital 57-run partnership for the fifth wicket. As a result, Bangladesh regained momentum and posted a fighting total.
Even so, Pakistan’s bowlers continued to apply pressure. Faheem Ashraf and Abbas Afridi both picked up two wickets. Additionally, Mohammad Amir and Usama Mir chipped in with timely breakthroughs. Eventually, Pakistan managed to bowl Bangladesh out for just 133 runs in 20 overs.
At the halfway point, Bangladesh’s total looked below par. But then, the real drama began. Pakistan began their chase poorly. Within just 4.4 overs, their top order collapsed to 15/5. Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris, and Saim Ayub all fell short, failing to reach double digits. The home crowd erupted with excitement as the wickets kept falling.
Even though things got off to a rocky start, Faheem Ashraf brought Pakistan’s hopes back to life. He smashed 51 runs from just 32 balls, displaying clean hitting and brave intent. Abbas Afridi also contributed a valuable 19 runs. Their partnership gave Pakistan a fighting chance.
Still, Bangladesh’s bowlers responded brilliantly. Shoriful Islam truly shone in the match, wrapping up with remarkable bowling stats of 3 wickets for just 17 runs.
Tanzim Hasan Sakib also bowled exceptionally well, claiming 2 wickets for just 23 runs. Meanwhile, Mustafizur Rahman showcased his experience by delivering tight overs and securing a key wicket. The fielding unit backed them with high energy and precision.
As the match approached its final over, Pakistan found themselves needing 11 runs to clinch the victory. However, Mustafizur remained calm. He bowled with control and took the final wicket with four balls remaining. Pakistan folded for 125 in 19.2 overs.
This thrilling win marked a major milestone for Bangladesh. They celebrated their T20I series win against Pakistan. The players rejoiced on the field, and fans erupted with joy in the stands. Jaker Ali earned the Player of the Match award for his composed and match-winning fifty.
From a tough start to a remarkable finish, Bangladesh showcased an amazing spirit of resilience. Their bowlers executed plans perfectly, while the middle order rose under pressure. On the flip side, Pakistan must reflect on their batting collapse and missed chances.
In conclusion, the Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd T20I had everything that cricket enthusiasts crave: early wickets, bold batting, impressive bowling, and a thrilling finish. Bangladesh not only won the match but also made history. Without a doubt, this game will stay in fans’ memories for years to come.
