Shanto: Focused on Team Play, No Extra Expectations

Sariya Afrin — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 09:20:19 +0000

Bangladesh won the last match against New Zealand by 9 wickets, avoiding a whitewash and securing a 2-1 victory. They bowled out the host for just 99 runs.

“We have a great opportunity ahead, and everyone is excited. We have made a good preparation as a team. Some of the T20 players were already here. Hoping for a good match tomorrow,” Shanto told the media.

“Everyone playing as a team is very important. Not expecting anything extra. We will stick to our basics and try to implement that. I think everyone is ready to do that,” he said.

The captain is looking for support from both the fast bowlers and spinners in the T20Is.

“Of course, pace bowlers have an advantage here. Still we are playing a different format. I hope they will try to do something good for the team in both the pace and spin departments,” he added.

Bangladesh will play against the BlackCaps in the first T20I on Wednesday.

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Pakistan Women’s Team Secures T20I Series Victory Over South Africa

BUDDY — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:06:07 +0000

Dominant Performance Seals the Series

Pakistan women’s cricket team clinched the T20I series by successfully chasing down 151 runs against South Africa in the second T20I match. This remarkable victory marks Pakistan’s second bilateral T20I series win against South Africa, with the previous one dating back to March 2015 when Pakistan won 2-1.

Captain’s Tactical Decision

Captain Nida Dar’s strategic move to field first after winning the toss set the tone for the match. South Africa’s batting in this match resembled their performance in the first T20I, with the visitors making a strong start by reaching 46-0 after the powerplay. However, Pakistan’s left-arm spin duo of Nashra Sundhu and Sadia Iqbal once again proved to be game-changers, stifling the run flow and breaking crucial partnerships. Nashra dismissed South African captain Laura Wolvaardt, while Sadia claimed Tazmin Brits’ wicket. Debutant Umm-e-Hani also bowled tightly, preventing any leaks in runs. South Africa’s first innings concluded at 150-3, mirroring their score in the first T20I.

Pakistan’s Commanding Batting

Despite the early dismissal of young opener Shawaal Zulfiqar, experienced players Bismah Maroof and Sidra Amin built a steady and dominating partnership of 68 runs. This set the stage for a game-defining partnership between Muneeba Ali and Aliya Riaz, where they added 54 runs in just 29 balls. Pakistan’s fearless and aggressive batting approach ensured that they maintained control throughout the game.

A Comfortable Victory

Unlike the first T20I, where Pakistan won on the last ball, this time Pakistan secured victory comfortably, with Aliya Riaz confidently hitting the winning runs with five deliveries remaining. The jubilation was evident as Aliya embraced Muneeba at the other end, celebrating their second series-clinching victory.

Upcoming T20I

The third T20I between Pakistan and South Africa is scheduled for September 4, 2023, at 7:30 pm.

Match Summary:

Pakistan won by 7 wickets.
South Africa: 150-3 in 20 overs (Laura Wolvaardt 41, Tazmin Brits 46; Nashra Sundhu 1-24, Sadia Iqbal 1-22).
Pakistan: 156-3 in 19.1 overs (Sidra Amin 61, Aliya Riaz 31*; Nonkululeko Mlaba 2-20, Delmi Tucker 1-24).
Player of the match: Sidra Amin (Pakistan)

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