In a gripping encounter at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Bangladesh secured a hard-fought victory against Sri Lanka, prevailing by two wickets in a low-scoring thriller during the T20 World Cup Group D stage. The triumph propelled Bangladesh to third place in the points table.
Bangladesh’s bowlers, led by Mustafizur Rahman and Rishad Hossain, put up an exceptional display, restricting Sri Lanka to a modest total of 124/9. Rahman claimed three wickets for 17 runs, while Hossain contributed with three wickets for 22 runs, frustrating the Sri Lankan batting lineup.
In response, Bangladesh faced early setbacks, struggling against Sri Lanka’s bowlers. However, Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy provided stability, with Hridoy’s explosive 40 runs off 20 balls offering a crucial boost. Veteran Mahmudullah eventually sealed the win with a composed innings in the 19th over.
Having won the toss, Bangladesh opted to field first, seeking to exploit Sri Lanka’s recent struggles, including a heavy defeat against South Africa, where they managed a mere 77 runs. Bangladesh themselves faced a setback in a warm-up match against India before T20 world Cup.
The match’s tension reached its peak in the closing overs of Bangladesh’s chase, with the team managing to secure the required runs with just two wickets in hand. Mahmudullah’s crucial contribution, including a six, guided Bangladesh to victory, despite some nervy moments.
The win reshaped the Group D points table, with South Africa leading and Bangladesh climbing to third place after their triumph over Sri Lanka. As the tournament progresses, such closely contested matches underscore the unpredictable nature of T20 world Cup cricket, keeping fans on the edge of their seats with every delivery.
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