PkRevenue.com – Bangladesh secured its first win in Group D of the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup, showcasing a stellar bowling performance against Sri Lanka in Dallas.
The match showcased a masterclass in bowling from Bangladesh, as they showcased their mettle against Sri Lanka’s batting lineup. Led by the young spinner Rishad Hossain, who delivered a career-best performance, Bangladesh’s bowlers kept their opponents in check throughout the innings.
Rishad’s impressive figures of 3/22, coupled with Taskin Ahmed’s disciplined bowling (2/25), restricted Sri Lanka to a modest total of 124/9.
Despite Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka’s promising start, Bangladesh’s bowlers struck at regular intervals, preventing the opposition from building substantial partnerships.
Rishad’s pivotal wickets of Charith Asalanka and Wanindu Hasaranga in consecutive deliveries tilted the momentum in Bangladesh’s favor, setting the stage for an intense run chase.
Bangladesh’s pursuit of victory did not come without its share of challenges. With early setbacks, including the loss of two wickets in the opening overs, the pressure mounted on the Bangladeshi batsmen.
However, Towhid Hridoy and Litton Das steadied the ship with a resilient 63-run partnership for the fourth wicket, defying Sri Lanka’s bowling attack.
As the match entered its final phase, the tension soared among players and spectators alike. With Bangladesh needing 11 runs from the last two overs and only two wickets in hand, the outcome hung in the balance. Nuwan Thushara’s exceptional spell of 4/18 added to the drama, putting Bangladesh’s victory in jeopardy.
However, Mahmudullah’s composed innings of 16 runs off 13 balls proved to be the turning point. Supported by Tanzim Hasan Sakib’s calm presence at the crease, Mahmudullah steered Bangladesh towards a thrilling win with a well-timed six in the penultimate over.
With this victory, Bangladesh not only secured their first win in the tournament but also signaled their intent to compete at the highest level. On the other hand, Sri Lanka finds themselves at the bottom of Group D, with a mountain to climb to revive their campaign.
As the tournament progresses, Bangladesh will look to build on this momentum, while Sri Lanka will aim to bounce back stronger in their upcoming matches. The stage is set for more exhilarating cricketing action as the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup unfolds.
