In 2026, Bangladesh beat New Zealand in a 2-1 series on home soil and made their presence felt ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2027. The win continues to push Bangladesh up the ICC ODI rankings towards an ultimate goal of direct qualification to the final eight teams. Are they able to sustain this momentum against some of the greatest players/teams in the world?
Bangladesh vs New Zealand ODI Series 2026: Match Results
Having lost the series opener, Bangladesh was able to bounce back by winning two of three games to secure victory in a three-match ODI series against New Zealand by winning the second and third games. The following chart summarises how Bangladesh performed in each of these games, as well as their overall performance versus New Zealand throughout the series:
| Match | Result | Key Takeaway |
| 1st ODI | NZ won by 26 runs | Bangladesh struggled in the chase |
| 2nd ODI | BAN won by 6 wickets | Strong comeback with the bat |
| 3rd ODI | BAN won by 55 runs | Dominant all-round performance |
| Final Result | Bangladesh won 2-1 | Series sealed in Mirpur |
Bangladesh secured the series 2-1. All three games were played at Sher-e-Ban –National Cricket Stadium (Mirpur) in April of 2023. In the Final Game at SBNB, Bangladesh scored 265 runs for eight wickets, while New Zealand managed a mere 210 runs (all out).
Tanzid Hasan scored 76 runs, solidifying his place among the ICC’s best young batsmen.
ICC ODI Rankings 2026: Where Bangladesh Stands
Following the series win, Bangladesh has strengthened its position in the global rankings.
Latest ICC ODI Team Rankings
| Rank | Team | Rating |
| 1 | India national cricket team | 119 |
| 2 | New Zealand national cricket team | 114 |
| 3 | Australia national cricket team | 109 |
| 4 | Pakistan national cricket team | 102 |
| 5 | South Africa national cricket team | 98 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka national cricket team | 98 |
| 7 | Afghanistan national cricket team | 95 |
| 8 | The England cricket team | 88 |
| 9 | Bangladesh national cricket team | 81–82 |
| 10 | West Indies cricket team | 77 |
Bangladesh has now moved ahead of the West Indies and is closing in on England, with a gap of roughly 7 rating points.
Bangladesh’s Road to ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Qualification
There will be 14 teams in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, which will be held in South Africa and Zimbabwe.
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Requirements for Qualification
- Hosts automatically qualify
- The top eight teams in the ICC ODI rankings (not including the hosts) as of March 31, 2027, get in right away.
- The other teams have to go through qualifiers.
Bangladesh’s Chances of Qualifying
Bangladesh is currently just outside the area where it can qualify directly. But their recent performances show that they are very close to the top 8.
Bangladesh needs to do the following to get a direct spot:
- Win the next two ODI series between the two countries
- Do well against teams that are ranked higher than you, like the England cricket team.
- Stay consistent in both home and away games
Bangladesh’s Recent Success: Key Reasons
1. Good team form
Winning two series in a row, including against Pakistan and New Zealand, shows that they are getting more consistent.
2. New Young Talent
Tanzid Hasan and other players are stepping up when it matters most.
3. A balanced bowling attack
Bangladesh’s bowlers have done well under pressure, especially when they had to defend totals.
4. The Home Field Advantage
Dominance at Mirpur is still a big strength.
Can Bangladesh beat England in the ICC rankings?
It is possible to catch up to the England cricket team, but it will be hard. Bangladesh needs to keep winning and getting good results in other series for about 11 months before the qualification cutoff.
A single strong series against a top-tier team could give them a lot of extra rating points.
FAQs
What happened in the 2026 ODI series between Bangladesh and New Zealand?
After losing the first match, Bangladesh won the series 2-1.
What is Bangladesh’s current ICC ODI ranking?
They are in ninth place, just behind England.
What does Bangladesh need to do to get into the 2027 World Cup?
By March 31, 2027, they need to be in the top 8 of the ICC ODI rankings (not including the hosts).
Who stood out in the series?
Tanzid Hasan was one of the most important players, and he hit the winning run.
Is this the start of a new era for Bangladesh cricket?
Bangladesh’s win over New Zealand could be a turning point in their ODI career. The team is now in a good position to push for direct qualification to the 2027 World Cup because they are confident and close to the top of the rankings.
The next step is to be consistent, but if Bangladesh keeps playing like this, it could soon be one of the top 8 ODI teams in the world.
