Pakistan Steers Clear of a Sweep with Convincing Victory in the Series-Deciding T20I Against Bangladesh.
After two disappointing defeats, Pakistan bounced back in style to salvage respectability in the three‑match T20I series by beating Bangladesh by a convincing 74 runs in the third and final match. Held on July 23, 2025, at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, this win sealed the series 2-1 for Bangladesh, yet it highlighted Pakistan’s determination and spirit.
🏏 Match Overview
| Match | Result | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third T20I – Pakistan triumphed over Bangladesh | with a 74-run margin | Sher‑e‑Bangla Stadium, Mirpur | July 23, 2025 |
🇵🇰 Pakistan’s Innings: 179/7 in 20 Overs
Choosing to bat first, Pakistan put up 179 runs for 7 wickets. Although they lost some early wickets, the middle and lower middle order played crucial roles in building a competitive total.
Batting Highlights (Pakistan)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | 63 | 41 | Caught |
| Hasan Nawaz | 33 | 24 | Bowled |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 27 | 15 | Caught |
| Saem Ayub | 21 | 17 | LBW |
| Mohammad Haris | 5 | 8 | Caught |
| Faheem Ashraf | 4 | 5 | Bowled |
| Hussain Talat | 1 | 3 | Run Out |
| Salman Agha (C) | 12* | 10 | Not Out |
| Abbas Afridi | 1* | 2 | Not Out |
Bangladesh Bowling: Taskin Ahmed claimed 3 wickets, Nasum Ahmed picked up 2, and Mohammad Saifuddin plus Shariful Islam shared one wicket each.
🇧🇩 Bangladesh bundled out for 104 in 16.3 overs during the chase.
The reply from Bangladesh was dismal as they were dismissed for just 104 runs in 16.3 overs. Early wickets and tight Pakistani bowling kept the Tigers under pressure throughout.
Batting Performances (Bangladesh)
| Batsman | Runs | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Saifuddin | 35* | Not Out |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 10 | Bowled |
| Mohammad Naim | 10 | LBW |
| Nasum Ahmed | 9 | Caught |
| Liton Das (C) | 8 | Bowled |
| Taskin Ahmed | 7 | Bowled |
| Shariful Islam | 7 | Bowled |
| Shamim Hossain | 5 | LBW |
| Jaker Ali | 1 | Caught |
| Mehdi Hasan | 0 | Bowled |
| Tanzid Hasan | 0 | LBW |
Pakistan’s Bowling Attack: Salman Mirza led the bowling with 3 wickets, Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Nawaz claimed 2 wickets each, while Ahmed Daniyal, Hussain Talat, and captain Salman Agha took one wicket apiece.
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⚔️ Series Recap: Momentum Shift & Turning Points
Pakistan faced early setbacks in Mirpur, allowing Bangladesh to capitalize by winning the initial two T20I games and securing their maiden home series victory over Pakistan.
- 1st T20I (July 20, 2025, Karachi/Dhaka): Bangladesh chased down a modest 111 with ease, winning by 7 wickets. During the opening match of the series, Pakistan was limited to only 110 runs—their lowest total against Bangladesh in T20 Internationals—and it was the first time Bangladesh managed to bowl them out entirely.
- 2nd T20I (July 22, 2025, Mirpur): Pakistan collapsed to 125 chasing 134, losing five wickets inside six overs. By a slim 8-run margin, Bangladesh sealed a 2-0 series win over Pakistan, marking their inaugural multi-match T20I series success against the team.
- 3rd T20I (July 23, 2025): Pakistan replied with authority, beating Bangladesh by 74 runs to avoid the whitewash and provide a much‑needed morale boost.
🌟 Key Players & Emerging Talents
While Bangladesh began strongly, Pakistan’s depth and adaptability shone through in the final game:
- Sahibzada Farhan provided a top‑order anchor in match three with a well‑crafted 63 (41) that laid the foundation.
- Hasan Nawaz & Mohammad Nawaz accelerated the middle overs—vital cameo innings at high strike rates.
- Salman Mirza led Pakistan’s bowling attack throughout the series, claiming 7 wickets. Meanwhile, in the third game, Mohammad Saifuddin stood out for Bangladesh with an unbeaten 35 despite the team’s overall struggle.
- Taskin Ahmed spearheaded Bangladesh’s bowling throughout the series, claiming 6 wickets, though he often lacked steady backing.
📈 Statistical Highlights & Records
The series produced several notable statistics:
- Following their win in the second T20I, Bangladesh secured their maiden T20I series triumph against Pakistan in a series of at least two matches.
- In the first T20I, Pakistan was held to just 110 runs — their lowest against Bangladesh in this format — and it was the first time Bangladesh bowled out their entire team.
- Salman Mirza ended up the leading wicket‑taker for Pakistan in the series with 7 wickets, showing early promise.
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📌 Final Thoughts & Future Outlook
This landmark series win will boost Bangladesh’s confidence as they prepare for the Asia Cup and the T20 World Cup Their top order’s aggressive displays laid the groundwork, though they faltered under pressure in the final match.
For Pakistan, the series exposed vulnerabilities at the top, but also highlighted their bench strength. As fresh faces in the squad, Sahibzada Farhan and Hasan Nawaz delivered key efforts that proved vital for the team. Though the final T20I was an improvement, Pakistan will need to find consistency in all departments ahead of major tournaments.
This result, coming after initial setbacks, shows that Pakistan can bounce back under pressure—but consistency will be key in future outings.
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