Bangladesh won by 7 wickets (with 27 balls remaining)
The Pakistan tour of Bangladesh kicked off with a bang—or rather, a crash—as the Green Shirts crumbled under pressure in the opening T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. Electing to field first, Bangladesh’s bowling attack dominated the Pakistani batting lineup, dismissing them for just 110 runs in 19.3 overs.
Let’s break down this intense first innings in detail.
Match Overview
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Match: 1st T20I, Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025
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Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
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Date: July 20, 2025
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Toss: Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field
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Status: Innings Break
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Pakistan’s Score: 110 all out in 19.3 overs
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Bangladesh Win Probability (at break): 85.79%
Pakistan’s Batting Collapse: What Went Wrong
Despite a promising start from Fakhar Zaman, who top-scored with a fluent 44 off 34 balls (6 fours, 1 six), Pakistan never really gained momentum. Wickets tumbled at regular intervals, and there were no major partnerships to steady the innings.
Fakhar Zaman: Lone Warrior
Zaman tried to anchor the innings after early wickets, playing aggressive yet calculated cricket. But once he was run out by a smart fielding effort from Taskin Ahmed and Litton Das, the rest of the batting order followed like a pack of cards.
Fall of Wickets – A Chain Reaction
| Wicket # | Score | Player Out |
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| 1st | 18 | Saim Ayub (1.5 overs) |
| 2nd | 32 | Mohammad Haris (2.6 overs) |
| 3rd | 40 | Salman Agha (4.6 overs) |
| 4th | 41 | Hasan Nawaz (5.5 overs) |
| 5th | 46 | Mohammad Nawaz (7.4 overs) |
| 6th | 70 | Fakhar Zaman (11.3 overs) |
| 7th | 103 | Khushdil Shah (16.2 overs) |
| 8th | 110 | Faheem Ashraf (19.1 overs) |
| 9th | 110 | Salman Mirza (19.2 overs) |
| 10th | 110 | Abbas Afridi (19.3 overs) |
Bangladesh Bowling – Clinical Execution
Bangladesh’s bowlers came in with a clear plan and executed it to perfection.
Taskin Ahmed – The Wrecking Ball
With 3 wickets for 22 runs in 3.3 overs, Taskin Ahmed was the chief destroyer. His pace and accuracy kept Pakistani batters on their toes, especially during the death overs.
Mustafizur Rahman – Mr. Economy
Mustafizur delivered one of the most economical spells in T20I history. His figures:
4 overs, 2 wickets for just 6 runs, economy of 1.50. He didn’t allow a single boundary and bowled 18 dot balls.
Other Notable Bowling Performances
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Tanzim Hasan Sakib: 4-0-20-1
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Mahedi Hasan: 4-0-37-1
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Shamim Hossain: 1-0-2-0
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Rishad Hossain: 3-0-19-0
Pakistan’s Middle Order Meltdown
The middle and lower order failed to resist the pressure.
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Salman Agha (Captain): Scored just 3 off 9 balls
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Hasan Nawaz: Golden duck
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Khushdil Shah: Tried to steady things but fell for 17
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Mohammad Nawaz: Run out for 3
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Abbas Afridi: Brief resistance with a six-laden 22 but perished at the end
Wicket-Keeper Woes: Litton Das Involved in 4 Dismissals
Bangladesh’s wicket-keeper Litton Das had an outstanding day behind the stumps. He was involved in 4 dismissals, including 2 run-outs and 2 catches, proving why he’s one of the most dependable glovesmen in the format.
Innings Summary
| Pakistan Batting | Runs | Balls | SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | 44 | 34 | 129.41 |
| Khushdil Shah | 17 | 23 | 73.91 |
| Abbas Afridi | 22 | 24 | 91.66 |
| Rest of the team | Combined 21 runs |
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Total: 110 all out in 19.3 overs
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Extras: 6 (2 wides, 4 leg byes)
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Run Rate: 5.64
Expert Analysis: Where Pakistan Lost It
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Lack of Partnerships: No stand crossed the 30-run mark.
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Irresponsible Running: 3 run-outs highlight poor communication.
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Inexperienced Middle Order: Failed to adapt to the pitch or pressure.
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Brilliant Bangladesh Fielding: Sharp work in the field turned half-chances into wickets.
Win Predictor Insight
At the innings break, Bangladesh holds a commanding 85.79% chance to win, with Pakistan’s odds shrinking to 14.21%. Unless the Pakistani bowlers deliver an unbelievable performance, the hosts are well on their way to taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
What to Expect in the 2nd Innings?
Pakistan will need:
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Early wickets in the powerplay
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Disciplined bowling from the likes of Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, and Abbas Afridi
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Spin pressure from Mohammad Nawaz and Khushdil Shah
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will aim to chase this modest total with calculated aggression.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
Social media lit up with reactions to Pakistan’s disappointing performance:
“Fakhar tried his best, but where was the support?” – @CricketFanBD
“Mustafizur’s spell was magic. Vintage Fizz!” – @T20Insider
“This doesn’t look like a T20 batting lineup. Wake up, PCB!” – @PakCricketTalk
Final Words Before the Chase Begins
Bangladesh has outplayed Pakistan in every department so far. With just 111 needed to win, it’s now a test of composure for the home batters and a test of pride for Pakistan’s bowlers.
Stay Tuned
The chase begins shortly. Will Bangladesh cruise to victory or will Pakistan script a stunning comeback? Follow live updates, commentary, and full scorecard right here.