Predictions and assumptions nothing went wrong against the 1st ODI match between Bangladesh A and New Zealand A. Kiwis who have gone for a tour of Bangladesh for a series comprising 5 ODIs and 2 Test matches. Today, it kicked off with the first ODI at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. New Zealand A won the toss and chose to bat first.
Soon Over First Batting
With the attacking young talents lined up on their squad, the viewers and the fans were expecting a massive score on the board. But except Kristian Clarke (72) and Rhys Mariu (42) no one contributed from their bat, instead they lost their wickets back to back to pace of the Tigers. Before the end of the 50 overs NZ A team lost all their wickets at a below par score of 147.
Well-Executed performance
Bangladesh A chased down their target at 27.2 overs, through their simple and well-executed strategies during both bowling and batting. With only two matches in hand, the upcoming matches will be more crucial and rivalry between the two teams.
Match Summary
NZ A | BAN A | NZ A Batting | BAN A Batting | NZ A Bowling | BAN A Bowling | Player of the Match |
147/10 | 149/3 | Kristian Clarke – 72 off 64 balls | Mahidul Islam Ankon – 42 off 61 balls | Kristian Clarke – 2/30 | Khaled Ahmed – 3/27 Tanvir Islam – 3/45 | Khaled Ahmed – 3/27 Economy: 3.85 |
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