Pakistan Triumphs in 1st T20I over Bangladesh by 8 Wickets

Match Summary: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, 1st T20I, Mirpur

Result: Pakistan wins by 8 wickets with 11 balls remaining

On November 19, 2021, Pakistan emerged victorious in the first T20I match of their tour of Bangladesh, held at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.

Pakistan's Dominant Performance

Chasing Bangladesh's modest target of 142 runs, Pakistan's batting lineup showcased their prowess.

• Mohammad Rizwan (79 runs off 55 balls): Led the charge with a scintillating innings.
• Babar Azam (25 runs off 26 balls): Provided stability at the top.
• Khushdil Shah (24 runs off 12 balls): Smashed a quickfire cameo to seal the victory.

Pakistan reached the target with ease, losing only two wickets in the process.

Bangladesh's Innings

Earlier, Bangladesh posted a competitive total of 141 runs, thanks to the contributions of:

• Litton Das (59 runs off 38 balls): Top-scored for the hosts.
• Mushfiqur Rahim (39 runs off 36 balls): Provided valuable support.

Pakistan's bowlers kept Bangladesh in check, with:

• Shaheen Afridi (2 wickets for 27 runs): Led the bowling attack.
• Haris Rauf (2 wickets for 38 runs): Picked up crucial wickets.

Impact on the Series

Pakistan's victory in the first T20I gives them an early advantage in the three-match series.

Stay tuned for updates on the remaining matches of the series.