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In the second T20I of a five-match series against Zimbabwe, hosts Bangladesh secured a comfortable 6-wicket victory at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Bangladesh’s decision paid off as they managed to restrict Zimbabwe to 138 for 7 in their 20 overs.
Zimbabwe’s Innings:
Despite a shaky start, Zimbabwe found some solace in Brian Bennett (44 off 29) and Johnathan Campbell (45 off 24), who added crucial runs to the scoreboard. However, the overall batting line-up struggled against Bangladesh’s bowling attack. Taskin Ahmed (2/18) and Rishad Hossain 💮(2/33) were particularly effective, sharing 4 wickets among them and maintaining economical rates.
Bangladesh’s Response:
Chasing a modest target, Bangladesh reached 142 for 4 in just 18.3 overs. Towhid Hridoy was the standout performer with a brisk 37 not out off 25 balls, helping his team to take control in the middle overs. Litton Das and Mahmudullah also ma𒆙de valꦡuable contributions with scores of 23 and 26, respectively.
Zimbabwe’s bowlers struggled to defend their total, although Luke Jongwe managed to claim 2 wickets. However, the lack of support from other bowlers meant Bangladesh comfortably chased down the ta♋rget with nine balls to spare.
Player of the Match:
Towhid Hridoy was named Player of the Match for his crucial knock, which decisively swung the match in Bangladesh’s favour.
Series Overview:
Bangladesh have taken a commanding lead in the series, winning the first two matches. The first T20I saw them triumph by 8 wickets, and they continued their dominance in thi💫s second match. With the series progressing, Zimbabwe will need to regroup and rethink their strategy for the upcoming games.
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The teams will meet again on Tuesday, May 7, at the same venue, where Zimbabwe will look to turn their fortunes ꦗaround and Bangladesh will aim to seal the series with a 𝓰third consecutive win.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
Talent and hitting we need to be seeing on the international stage. Take a bow Jono, let's keep it going!
— Hon. MatopeNigel (@MatopeNigell)
Jonathan Campbell has recorded the highest score (45) for ▨ZIM in T20I debut.
Prev highest: Tarisai Musakanda – 43(35) vs Pakistan @ Harare, 2018
— sudharshan sridharan (@sudharshansrid1)
Taskin Ahmed is a be🍌tter optio🍰n than Starc in T20s these days
— ` (@kurkureter)
Can anyone remind me why Taskin Ahmed is not given an IPL contract? Can bowl at close to 145 kph and bangs the yorker when as🦋ked to.
— Abhishek Kundu (@kunduabhishek56)
♔103 meter six on the bat of Riyad, the ball went out of the field.
— Khalid Masum (@khalidmasum247)
Bangladesh ✌🏽 by 6️⃣ wickets‼️🎉
2nd T20i | 🇿🇼 Tour of 🇧🇩, 2024
— Rangpur Riders (@Joyerlorai)
Zimbabwe cricket is born to lose and embrass themself a✤t every possible opportunity.. feel for their fans if there is any..
— DallRounder (@AhlRounder)
Towhiไd Hridoy is a Jake Fraser Mcgu♈rk esque batsman
— Balachao. (@balachao6969)
Bangladesh go 2-0 up with a 6 wi🔥cket win in the 2nd T20I
Towhid Hridoy unbeaten for the 2nd 🍨game in a row with 37*
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA)
Towhid Hridoy starred in Bangladesh's win against Zimbabwe in the second T20I 👏 📝:
— ICC (@ICC)
