At a glance
- Bangladesh beat New Zealand by 55-runs in 3rd ODI to seal 2-1 series win in Chattogram
- Najmul Hossain Shanto hits 105 as Bangladesh post 265-8 after early collapse
- Mustafizur Rahman claims 5-43 to bowl out New Zealand for 210 despite Foxcroft’s 75
Bangladesh completed a stirring turnaround on home soil, sealing the ODI series with a convincing 55-run victory over New Zealand national cricket team in Chattogram on Thursday. The hosts, who had stumbled at the first hurdle, found their rhythm when it mattered most to claim the series 2-1.
Bangladesh 265 for 8 (Shanto 105, Litton 76, O’Rourke 3-32) beat New Zealand 210 (Foxcroft 75, Kelly 59, Mustafizur 5-43) by 55 runs. View the full scorecard here.
Bangladesh to 2-1 Series Triumph Sealed in Style
At the heart of the triumph was Najmul Hossain Shanto, whose composed 105 off 119 balls anchored Bangladesh to 265-8. The innings carried both weight and timing, arriving after a prolonged lean stretch and guiding his side out of early trouble at 32-3.
Shanto found an able ally in Litton Das, who crafted a patient 76. Together they stitched a 160-run stand for the fourth wicket, a partnership that reshaped the contest. Initially watchful, the pair gradually seized control, capitalising on lapses in the field and shifting momentum firmly in Bangladesh’s favour.
Mustafizur Five-For Turns the Contest
If Shanto built the foundation, Mustafizur Rahman delivered the decisive blows. Returning from injury, the left-arm seamer produced a masterclass in variation and control, finishing with 5-43 in his 10 overs.
New Zealand’s chase never truly settled. Early breakthroughs left them exposed, and despite a resilient 59 from Nick Kelly, the visitors struggled to keep pace with the required rate. Kelly’s dismissal, undone by a slower cutter, marked a turning point as Bangladesh tightened their grip.
A late flourish from Dean Foxcroft injected brief intrigue. His 75 off 72 balls, highlighted by seven sixes, included a remarkable 50-run last-wicket stand with Ben Lister. Yet the surge came too late, and New Zealand were bowled out for 210 in 47.5 overs.
Series Turnaround After an Early Setback
This finale capped a series that swung dramatically. Bangladesh had begun on the back foot, falling short in the opening ODI where New Zealand secured a 26-run win. The hosts responded emphatically in the second match, chasing down the target to secure a six-wicket victory and level the series 1-1.
That set the stage for a decider where Bangladesh combined composure with cutting-edge execution. The result also marks their third successive ODI series triumph, underlining a growing consistency in the 50-over format.
For Bangladesh, this was more than just another win. It was a statement of depth, belief and timely resurgence from key figures.
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