Bangladesh collapses in chase as Pakistan seals early series lead
Pakistan clinched a thrilling victory against Bangladesh in the 1st T20I held in Dhaka. With sharp bowling and a steady finish, Pakistan took a 1-0 lead in the series.
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Pakistan Draws First Blood in T20I Series
Pakistan launched their T20I series against Bangladesh with a gripping win in Dhaka on July 20, 2025. Although Bangladesh showed glimpses of brilliance, Pakistan maintained their calm under pressure and sealed the game in the final overs.
Babar Azam and Shaheen Lead the Charge
Pakistan captain Babar Azam played a pivotal role with a composed 45-run knock, while Shaheen Afridi demolished Bangladesh’s top order with his early breakthroughs. Consequently, Bangladesh never truly recovered.
Bangladesh’s Middle Order Falters
Initially, Bangladesh started the chase with promise. However, once their openers fell cheaply, the middle order failed to build momentum. Shakib Al Hasan fought valiantly, but his 38-run effort went in vain as wickets fell in quick succession.
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Match Highlights at a Glance
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Venue: Dhaka
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Pakistan Score: 158/6 (20 overs)
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Bangladesh Score: 144/9 (20 overs)
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Top Scorer: Babar Azam (45 runs)
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Best Bowler: Shaheen Afridi (3 wickets)
Key Turning Point
Notably, the turning point of the match occurred in the 16th over when Naseem Shah dismissed Shakib, breaking Bangladesh’s backbone. After that, Pakistan’s fielding unit capitalized on the momentum shift and never let go.
What’s Next?
The second T20I will take place on July 22, and Bangladesh will aim for redemption. Meanwhile, Pakistan looks determined to wrap up the series with another commanding performance.
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