Match: 1st T20I – Bangladesh vs Pakistan
Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
Format: T20 International (1st of 3-match series)
The electrifying atmosphere of Dhaka set the stage for the first T20I between Bangladesh and Pakistan as both teams clashed in the opening game of a highly anticipated three-match series. With the T20 World Cup 2026 around the corner, every match counts — and today’s battle was no exception!
Toss Update:
Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl first, hoping to exploit early conditions under lights.
Bangladesh Innings – 1st T20I Highlights:
Bangladesh got off to a cautious start, with Litton Das and Soumya Sarkar opening the innings. Pakistan’s new ball pair Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah kept things tight early on.
Key Highlights:
- Litton Das looked fluent, scoring 36 off 27 balls before falling to Shadab Khan.
- Shakib Al Hasan anchored the middle overs with a composed 42 off 31.
- A fiery cameo by Afif Hossain (22 off 11) in the death overs pushed Bangladesh to 155/7 in 20 overs.
Top scorer (BAN): Shakib Al Hasan – 42 (31)
Top bowler (PAK): Shaheen Afridi – 3/23
Target for Pakistan: 156 runs in 20 overs
🇵🇰 Pakistan Innings – Chase Highlights:
Pakistan began their chase confidently with Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam at the crease. Despite losing an early wicket, the experienced duo settled in quickly.
Key Highlights:
- Babar Azam scored a steady 47 off 38, rotating strike smartly.
- Rizwan accelerated mid-innings with a quickfire 35 off 21.
- Fakhar Zaman finished the game in style with a powerful 24* off 11 balls.
Pakistan chased down the target in 18.3 overs, winning by 6 wickets.
Top scorer (PAK): Babar Azam – 47 (38)
Top bowler (BAN): Taskin Ahmed – 2/28
Result: Pakistan won by 6 wickets
Pakistan leads the 3-match series 1-0
Player of the Match: Shaheen Afridi
For his brilliant spell of 3/23 that broke the back of Bangladesh’s batting early on.
Key Match Stats:
| Category | Bangladesh | Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Score | 155/7 (20 overs) | 156/4 (18.3 overs) |
| Top Batter | Shakib – 42 | Babar – 47 |
| Top Bowler | Taskin – 2/28 | Shaheen – 3/23 |
| Sixes Hit | 6 | 8 |
| Fours Hit | 12 | 13 |
What’s Next?
The 2nd T20I between Bangladesh and Pakistan will be played on 23rd July 2025 at the same venue. Bangladesh will look to bounce back and level the series, while Pakistan aims to seal it early.
Match Analysis & Talking Points:
- Shaheen Afridi continues to be Pakistan’s most dangerous weapon in the powerplay.
- Bangladesh needs to focus on finishing their innings stronger—death overs scoring remains a concern.
- Pakistan’s middle-order depth proved vital in today’s chase.
- Spin played a crucial role for both sides, especially in the middle overs.
Fan Reactions on Social Media:
“Shaheen Afridi is pure fire 🔥 What a spell again!”
“Shakib Al Hasan still carrying Bangladesh on his shoulders 💪”
“Pakistan’s T20 unit looks sharper than ever before! #T20I #PAKvBAN
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