Bangladesh edged previous Pakistan in an edge-of-the-seat thriller, securing a slender 8-run victory within the second recreation of the series. In a high-pressure contest that went right down to the ultimate overs, the hosts held their nerve to defend a modest complete and sealed the collection with one match nonetheless to play.
Jaker Ali led a gritty batting show from Bangladesh
On a pitch providing variable bounce and little margin for error, Bangladesh displayed resilience with the bat to put up a aggressive 133 in 20 overs after being requested to bat first by Pakistan. Jaker Ali stood out with a composed 55 off 48 balls, anchoring the innings beneath strain. Mahedi Hasan supplied a much-needed increase within the center overs with a fluent 33 off 25 deliveries, injecting momentum when Bangladesh had been reeling at 28 for 4.
General, it was a well-rounded bowling effort from Pakistan. Salman Mirza was the decide of the bowlers with two wickets and tight traces. Ahmed Daniyal and Abbas Afridi additionally claimed two wickets every. The bowlers stored issues disciplined, by no means permitting Bangladesh to construct any long-lasting partnerships.
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Faheem Ashraf’s courageous effort ends in heartbreak
Pakistan’s innings acquired off to a disastrous begin, dropping 5 wickets for simply 15 runs. Amid the collapse, Faheem Ashraf performed a combating knock of 51 off 32 balls, smashing4 fours and 4 sixes. His counter-attack, together with fast runs from Abbas Afridi and Ahmed Daniyal, gave Pakistan a late push. Nevertheless, Faheem’s dismissal within the final over ended their hopes, as Pakistan had been bowled out for 125 in 19.2 overs.
Bangladesh’s bowlers stayed calm beneath strain and delivered as a unit. Shoriful Islam was wonderful up entrance, selecting 3 wickets together with the important thing scalps of Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Haris. Mahedi Hasan stored issues tight and took two middle-order wickets. Tanzim Hasan Sakib struck twice as properly, eradicating each Nawaz brothers early. Mustafizur Rahman and Rishad Hossain added one wicket every, serving to Bangladesh defend 133 and win the match by 8 runs.
Right here’s how followers reacted:
Faheem ashraf had tears in his eyes after his wicket, My man tried so onerous and acquired up to now ultimately it would not even matter. 💔 pic.twitter.com/GEjrRYuU6q
— N (@SaadonaBreak3) July 22, 2025
Congratulations Bangladesh on profitable the T20 collection. One other nice knock beneath strain from Faheem Ashraf. Good early on from Jaker Ali to rescue Ban from early bother.#PakvsBan
— Prasanna (@prasannalara) July 22, 2025
Faheem Ashraf performed greatest inning of his profession.
Effectively fought Rana, on the identical pitch the place our aggressive captain scored 9 off simply 23. Rana nearly pulled it off if solely he had a little bit of help from the opposite finish. My lone warrior, Rana. pic.twitter.com/c1x1Os62Oc
— 𝘚. 𝘏𝘢𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘳 (@Hashir_63) July 22, 2025
Faheem Ashraf fought properly, however as soon as once more a pathetic present by Pakistan’s prime order.
Stated it earlier than, saying it once more — there’s NO substitute for King Babar Azam.
Put aside jealousy and consider Pakistan cricket. Practice kids beneath him, not by dropping him. #PAK #BabarAzam— Ali Raza (@AliRazaAnsaari) July 22, 2025
For years, Babar Azam saved this crew from fixed humiliation. And what did they do in return? Blamed him for all the pieces and kicked him out.
Now simply have a look at this crew with out him — fully uncovered and nugatory! #BANvPAK pic.twitter.com/f3Nly4jtBI
— S O H A I L👓 ( سہیل ) (@Msohailsays) July 22, 2025
Historical past made! 🇧🇩 Bangladesh defeat Pakistan to win their first-ever T20I collection in opposition to them. A landmark second for Tigers cricket! 🐅🔥 #BANvPAK #T20I#INDvsENG
— FreeHit (@JaybholeNath101) July 22, 2025
Faheem Ashraf fought a misplaced battle
Think about if solely 2 batters would’ve used their BrainCells Faheem confirmed fundamental sense of making use of your self was required on this pitch Bangladeshi bowlers would’ve given you on & off over pitched deliveries #PAKvBAN | #PakistanCricket— Thunder⚡️ (@GhauriAya) July 22, 2025
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BANGLADESH WON THE T20I SERIES AGAINST PAKISTAN…!!!! pic.twitter.com/fq32udcH35
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 22, 2025
Jaker Ali is a flipping famous person btw he wants extra reward
— Ikram (@IkramSikdarr) July 22, 2025
Bangladesh seal the collection vs Pakistan with thrilling win in 2nd T20I#cricket #BANvPAK #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/r6PG3tbAXg
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) July 22, 2025
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