Bangladesh completed a clean sweep against Afghanistan in the three-match T20 series with a convincing 6-wicket victory in the final encounter at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. With this win, Bangladesh triumphed 3-0, showcasing a blend of strategic bowling and explosive batting performances.
Afghanistan, batting first, posted a modest total of 143/9 in their allotted 20 overs. Darwish Abdul Rasooli stood out with a gritty 32 off 29 balls, while Sediqullah Atal contributed 28 runs from 23 deliveries. Mujeeb Ur Rahman remained unbeaten with a brisk 23*, adding crucial runs toward the end. Despite these efforts, Afghanistan struggled to build substantial partnerships against a disciplined Bangladeshi bowling attack.
Mohammad Saifuddin led the charge for Bangladesh with impressive figures of 3/15 from just 3 overs, while Nasum Ahmed and Tanzim Hasan Sakib chipped in with two wickets each. The bowlers’ combined effort kept Afghanistan under pressure throughout their innings, limiting them to a below-par total.
Chasing 144, Bangladesh’s innings was anchored by an authoritative 64* from Saif Hassan, who guided the team to victory with 12 balls to spare. Tanzid Hasan contributed a steady 33 runs, and Parvez Hossain Emon added a valuable 14, ensuring Bangladesh maintained a smooth progression toward the target. Afghanistan’s Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Abdullah Ahmadzai tried to make inroads with the ball, but the Bangladeshi batting unit was too strong to falter.
Bangladesh captain’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss proved pivotal. The team’s bowlers struck at crucial intervals, slowing down Afghanistan’s scoring rate and applying consistent pressure. Bangladesh’s calculated approach both with the bat and ball highlighted their dominance in the series.
This series victory marks another milestone for Bangladesh as they continue to build momentum in the T20 format. Their clean sweep against Afghanistan reflects both depth in batting and strength in bowling, sending a strong message to their upcoming opponents.
Key Performers:
- Bangladesh: Saif Hassan 64* (38), Tanzid Hasan 33 (33), Mohammad Saifuddin 3/15 (3)
- Afghanistan: Darwish Abdul Rasooli 32 (29), Sediqullah Atal 28 (23), Mujeeb Ur Rahman 23* (18)
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Toss: Bangladesh won and chose to bowl
Bangladesh’s series sweep now gives them a strong confidence boost ahead of their next international fixtures, while Afghanistan will look to regroup and strengthen their strategies for future T20 contests.
