IRE vs BAN (3rd T20I) – Highlights
Bangladesh produced a commanding performance to seal a comprehensive 8-wicket victory over Ireland in the third T20I at Chattogram, wrapping up the series with a clean sweep. Chasing a modest target of 118, Bangladesh made light work of the chase, reaching 119 for 2 in just 13.4 overs, with a dominant display from their young opener Tanzid Hasan. His 55-run innings off 36 balls, studded with four boundaries and three sixes, set the tone for the chase, showcasing his aggressive stroke play and composure under pressure.
IRE, put in to bat, struggled to build sustained partnerships despite some resistance from Paul Stirling. Stirling top-scored with 38 off 27 deliveries, hitting five boundaries and a six, but was unable to guide the innings past the 117-run mark. The Irish top order faltered early, with Tim Tector, Harry Tector, and Lorcan Tucker falling cheaply, leaving the team under pressure. Curtis Campher and George Dockrell offered brief resistance, scoring 9 and 19 runs respectively, but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals. The Irish innings lost momentum at crucial stages, and their run rate hovered below 6 runs per over for most of the innings, reflecting Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack.
BAN bowlers were clinical throughout, never allowing Ireland to settle. Mustafizur Rahman made an immediate impact, claiming three wickets while conceding just 11 runs in his three overs, putting a stranglehold on the Irish middle order. Rishad Hossain complemented him perfectly with three wickets of his own, while Shoriful Islam took two, ensuring Ireland could not post a competitive total. The bowlers mixed pace, variation, and control expertly, keeping the Irish batsmen on the back foot throughout the innings. Extras were minimal, and Ireland never managed to accelerate despite a few late hits.
When BAN came out to chase, the innings was anchored by Tanzid Hasan, whose fearless approach unsettled the Irish bowlers. Saif Hassan provided a brisk start with 19 runs off 14 balls before falling to Craig Young, and captain Litton Das added 7 off 6 deliveries before Harry Tector claimed his wicket. Despite these early setbacks, the chase never looked in doubt as Tanzid’s steady strike rate, combined with a late flourish from Parvez Hossain Emon, who remained unbeaten on 33 off 26, ensured a comfortable victory with 38 balls to spare. Mahedi Hasan and Rishad Hossain also bowled economically, with all-rounders contributing both with the bat and ball, reinforcing Bangladesh’s dominance in all departments.
This win highlights Bangladesh’s growing depth and versatility in the T20 format. The team’s ability to chase efficiently, backed by a disciplined bowling unit, will provide confidence going into future series. IRE, while competitive at times, needs to address their top-order fragility and improve their ability to accelerate in the middle overs. Overall, this match reflected Bangladesh’s tactical maturity and the emergence of exciting young talent, particularly Tanzid Hasan, who could be pivotal for the team in upcoming contests.
Ireland vs Bangladesh Scoreboard
Ireland – 117/10 (19.5)
Bangladesh – 119/2 (13.4)
Result – Bangladesh won by 8 wickets (with 38 balls remaining)
Player of the Match – Tanzid Hasan
Tanzid Hasan
IRE vs BAN Playing XIs
Ireland | Paul Stirling (c), Tim Tector, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Ben White. |
Bangladesh | Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman. |
Disclaimer: The following match highlights are based on the author’s personal insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider these perspectives and form their own conclusions.
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