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Bangladesh are set to face Zimbabwe in the second T20I of their five-match series this Sunday at thꦚe Zahur Ahmed Chowdh🐓ury Stadium in Chattogram.
In the first game of the series, Bangladesh secured a decisive 8-wicket victory over Zimbabwe. After choosing to field first, Bangladesh limited Zimbabwe to a mere 124 runs in the allotted 20 overs and then comfortably reached their target in just 15.2 overs. Fast bowler Taskin Ahmed delivered an outstanding per𒉰formance, taking three w𝄹ickets economically, which earned him the Player of the Match award
T20I Stats and Records at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium:
- Total Matches: 28
- Matches won batting first: 14
- Matches won bowling first: 14
- Average 1st innings score: 144
- Average 2nd innings score: 123
- Highest total recorded: 207/5 (19.2 Ov) by Bangladesh vs Ireland
- Lowest total recorded: 39/10 (10.3 Ov) by Netherlands vs Sri Lanka
- Highest score chased: 190/4 (19.2 Ov) by England vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest score defended: 120/6 (20 Ov) by Bangladesh Women vs Pakistan Women
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Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report
Known for its bowler-friendly pitch, the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium presents a daunting task for batters. The sluggish surface makes scoring runs quickly a real struggle, particularly as the match progresses. However, these same conditions become a spinner’s paradise, especially in the later overs.
Chattogram Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast indicates perfect conditions for an exciting contest between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe, although there’s a slight 12% chance of rain in Chattogram. Temperatures are expected to be comfortable, hovering around 30 degrees Celsius, with humidity at 80%. Additionally, a soft breeze of about 19 kmph will be present.
BAN vs ZIM 2024, 2nd T20I – Probable Playing XI:
Bangladesh: L⭕itto𝓰n Das, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali (wk), Mohammad Saifuddin, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Rishad Hossain
Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie (wk), Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett , Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza (c), Clive Madande (wk), Ryan ꦫBurl, Luke Jongwe, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Wellington Masakadza
