Bangladesh scored 159/5 in 20 overs, where as Netherlands scored 134/8 in 20 overs.
So, finally Bangladesh beat Netherlands by 25 runs.
Bangladesh’s path to the Super 8 stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup received a significant boost with their 25-run victory against the Netherlands at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown, St Vincent on Thursday (June 13).
Shakib Al Hasan’s return to form with an unbeaten 64 off 46 balls and Rishad Hossain’s impressive bowling figures of 3-33 were pivotal in Bangladesh’s successful defense of a total of 159.
Additionally, Sri Lanka’s hopes for advancing to the next stage were dashed following the match.
What made the difference?
Bangladesh’s acceleration in the death overs and Rishad Hossain’s impactful bowling spell were crucial factors in their victory.
Initially struggling with 105 runs in 15 overs, Bangladesh significantly improved their scoring rate in the final overs, thanks to a steady half-century from Shakib Al Hasan and useful contributions from Mahmudullah and Jaker Ali.
Rishad’s pivotal strikes in the latter stages of the Netherlands’ innings, coupled with Mustafizur Rahman’s tight bowling, ensured Bangladesh’s victory.
BANGLADESH
Powerplay: Despite early setbacks, Bangladesh remains positive
During the powerplay phase, Bangladesh managed to score 54/2, with Tanzid Hasan’s aggressive innings and Shakib Al Hasan’s explosive batting leading the charge.
Despite losing early wickets to Aryan Dutt, Bangladesh capitalized on boundary opportunities, with Shakib’s aggressive approach contributing significantly to their total.
Middle overs: Netherlands apply pressure, but Bangladesh remains steady
In the middle overs, the Netherlands bowlers managed to pull things back, restricting Bangladesh’s scoring rate to 51/2.
Despite Shakib’s efforts to maintain momentum, the Netherlands bowlers, particularly Aryan Dutt, kept the run rate in check, leading to the dismissal of key batsmen like Towhid Hridoy.
Death overs: Shakib’s fifty and cameos ensure a strong finish
In the death overs, Shakib’s composed half-century and Mahmudullah’s aggressive batting propelled Bangladesh to a total of 54/1 in the final five overs.
Despite facing tight bowling from van Meekeren, Bangladesh managed to score crucial boundaries, with Jaker Ali’s late blitz adding valuable runs to their total.
NETHERLANDS
Powerplay: Bangladesh restricts the Netherlands
During the powerplay phase, the Netherlands scored 36/2, with Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd providing a steady start.
However, Taskin Ahmed and Tanzim Hasan Sakib’s breakthroughs ensured Bangladesh maintained control over the run rate.
Middle overs: Netherlands make progress but face setbacks
In the middle overs, the Netherlands managed to make good progress, scoring 75/3.
Vikramjit Singh and Sybrand Engelbrecht’s aggressive batting pushed the scoring rate, but Rishad Hossain’s double strike in the 15th over halted their momentum.
Death overs: Rishad and Mustafizur secure victory for Bangladesh
In the death overs, Rishad Hossain and Mustafizur Rahman’s disciplined bowling restricted the Netherlands to 23/3.
Despite Scott Edwards’s attempts to accelerate the scoring, the Netherlands fell short of the target, with Rishad and Mustafizur delivering crucial wickets to secure Bangladesh’s victory.
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