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ICC World Cup 2023: Bangladesh's pursuit of 157 falters as openers depart early
In their ICC World Cup 2023 opener against Afghanistan in Dharamsala, Bangladesh faced an early setback in pursuit of 157 as Tanzid Hasan Tamim fell victim to a run out, and Litton Das was bowled out by Fazalhaq Farooqi. The openers were dismissed for just 27 runs.
Litton's aggressive charge down the pitch in an attempt to execute a cover drive led to him playing the ball too far from his body. This resulted in an inside edge that hit the leg stump, ending his innings at 13. This brought Bangladesh to 27 for two in 6.4 overs.
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Before Litton, it was Tanzid who fell victim. A medium-length ball just off the off-stump prompted Litton to punch towards the point region and take a stride forward. Tanzid made a swift dash towards the opposite end, but Litton signaled for him to return. However, the decision was slightly delayed, and Tanzid's retreat was not swift enough, resulting in Bangladesh’s first wicket loss in a run out.
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Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field first. Afghanistan posted a total of 156, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scoring with 47.
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Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz shone for Bangladesh, each taking three wickets.
Asian Games Cricket: Rakibul's last-ball boundary secures Bangladesh's bronze medal
Rakibul Hasan's boundary from last ball enabled former Asian Games gold medalist Bangladesh Men's Cricket team to clinch a bronze medal in the ongoing Asian Games beating Pakistan by six wickets in a 3rd place deciding play-off match at the Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket ground in Hangzhou on Saturday.
In a crucial situation when four runs are needed in the last ball Rakibul Hasan came to bat and secured the Bangladesh victory hitting the most desired boundary in his first ball punishing Pakistani off spinner Sufiyan Muqeem in the mid wicket.
Earlier, Bangladesh eliminated from the gold race losing to their giant neighbor India by nine wickets in the first semifinal of the 19th Asian Games Men's Cricket last Friday.
This was the 2nd bronze medal for Bangladesh in the ongoing Asian Games after their Women's Cricket team clinched the first bronze medal also beating Pakistan in a 3rd place deciding match.
Bangladesh men's cricket team brought laurel for the country by winning the first Asian Games gold medal in the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 and clinched the bronze medal at the Incheon Asian Games in 2014.
Bangladesh mens cricket team managed a semifinal berth in the ongoing Games Cricket with a dramatic two-run victory over Malaysia in a nail-biting 4th quarterfinal on Wednesday (Oct 4).
In the day's rain-hit bronze deciding 3rd place play-off match, Bangladesh needed 65 runs in five overs and reached their target in the last ball thriller.
Earlier, Pakistan batted first and scored 48 for 1 in 4.4 overs when rain stopped the match for the 2nd times and later Bangladesh target was fixed at 65 runs in five overs under DL method.
Pakistan made a good start scoring a 47-run stand between Khushdil Shah and Mirza Baig after rain delayed start match.
Mirza Baig contributed 32 in 18 while Khurshid Shah scored 20-ball 14 runs.
Left-arm spinner Rakibul Hassan took the lone Pakistani wicket of Omair Yousuf (1) conceding 12 runs in his two over spell.
Replying to a tough target of 65 runs in five overs, Bangladesh reached their ultimate goal in the last ball thriller, despite requiring 20 runs in the last over and four runs in the last ball.
Bangladesh made a frustrating start losing top two wickets of Zakir Hasan (0) and captain Saif Hasan (0) for just one run in first three balls bowled by Arshad Iqbal.
But Afif Hossain's 11-ball 20 and Yasir Ali's 16-ball 38 brought Bangladesh back in the match.
Yasir Ali, who was looking good to guide Bangladesh towards victory, dismissed in the penultimate ball of the game made it a do-or-die final delivery for the incoming batter Rakibul.
Finally, Arshad Iqbal grabbed three wickets for 14 runs in two overs.
ICC World Cup 2023: Bangladesh limit Afghanistan to 156 runs
Bangladesh put on an impressive bowling display to limit Afghanistan to a mere 156 runs in their World Cup opener. Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz both shone, claiming three wickets each.
Bangladesh chose to bowl first and secured the initial breakthrough after 8.2 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran provided a solid start, adding 47 runs. Shakib's delivery dismantled Zadran for 22.
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After crossing the 100-run mark, Afghanistan's wickets fell at regular intervals.
Rahmanullah emerged as the highest scorer for Afghanistan with 47 runs before falling to Mustafizur Rahman.
Shakib conceded 30 runs in eight overs for his three wickets, while Mehidy took three, conceding 25 runs in nine overs. Left-arm seamer Shoriful Islam took two wickets, and Mustafizur grabbed one.
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Bangladesh had a good day in the field as well. Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Towhid Hridoy grabbed two catches each, while Litton Das took one.
Bangladesh now requires 157 runs to kickstart their World Cup journey with a victory. In the previous two World Cup encounters against Afghanistan, Bangladesh emerged victorious on both occasions.
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Big early match at the Cricket World Cup: India plays five-time champions Australia on Sunday
As first matches go at any Cricket World Cup, they couldn't get any bigger than Sunday's game between hosts and two-time winners India and five-time champions Australia.
India won the World Cup in 1983 and in 2011 — the last time the tournament was played in India. Since then, it has won only one ICC event — the 2013 Champions Trophy in England — and India is looking to end its trophy drought in home conditions.
Australia is the most successful ODI team, having won the 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015 competitions. It is the only side to win three successive ODI titles.
Pacers Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc will lead the Australia bowling, while wrist spinner Adam Zampa has enjoyed success in Indian conditions — 27 wickets in 16 matches at an average of 30.77.
Australian batsmen have a rich experience of Indian conditions, and almost all of them are linked up with Indian Premier League franchises. David Warner, Steve Smith, Cameron Green, Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell spend a lot of time playing in Indian conditions.
Travis Head’s injury is an early blow to Australia, but Marsh and Warner have linked up well as an opening pair. The remaining lineup worked hard to regain form in the lead-up to this tournament, despite Australia losing five of its last six ODIs in South Africa and India.
“Trav Head won’t be ready for the start of the tournament,” Cummins said when asked who might open the batting in Australia’s first game. “But I think the way him (Marsh) and Davey (Warner) started today, it looks like a pretty dangerous combination.”
For India, the equilibrium between pace and spin will define its World Cup combinations. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj are expected to lead the bowling attack, with wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav and left-arm spinner Ravindra Jadeja as automatic choices. All-rounder Hardik Pandya fits in as the third pacer.
Along with Virat Kohli, Ashwin was part of India’s 2011 victorious campaign. Back then, his tournament started in Chennai as well and he was drafted into the side ahead of the knockouts. Ashwin was a late entrant into the 2023 World Cup squad — he had only played two ODIs since 2017 — both in South Africa in 2022, before being called up in September.
In home conditions, India’s batting lineup is the strongest on paper and consists of the veritable superstars of world cricket. Kohli is on the verge of breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time ODI centuries’ record, while skipper Rohit Sharma wants to make up for missing out the 2011 tournament.
“In the last few games (against Australia and at the Asia Cup), we have been challenged across different conditions and against different opposition,” Sharma said after the third ODI against Australia two weeks ago when India won the series 2-1.
“We have played really well in these games. We have a good squad and we understand how we want to use it during the World Cup. It will be about keeping our minds and bodies fresh across the next 1 1/2 months.”
ICC World Cup 2023: Bangladesh opt to bowl first against Afghanistan
Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bowl first in their inaugural ICC World Cup match against Afghanistan on Saturday.
With this, Shakib Al Hasan marks his appearance in five World Cups.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch Online, Predicted XIDharamsala, the venue for this match, is not only the smallest in this World Cup but also in India. The weather has been favorable in the morning, with a very low chance of rain, as per the forecast.
ICC World Cup 2023: Preview of BAN vs. AFG ODIAfghanistan has emerged as a formidable opponent for Bangladesh in recent years. With key players like Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan, they pose a significant challenge, and the addition of talents like Fazalhaq Farooqi and Mujib-ur-Rahman strengthens their lineup.
Bangladesh maintains a favorable head-to-head record in ODIs, having won 9 out of 15 encounters with Afghanistan, who secured victories in 6 matches.
Tigers ready to kick off World Cup CampaignIn previous World Cup encounters, Bangladesh faced Afghanistan twice and emerged victorious on both occasions.
Afghanistan XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk) , Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Bangladesh XI: Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shakib Al Hasan (captain), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How to Watch Online, Predicted XI
Bangladesh and Afghanistan are set to commence the ICC World Cup 2023 campaign on Saturday (Oct 7). The Asian teams lock horns in the first of the two matches. The match will be played at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, India.
While tickets for most of the matches have been sold out, fans can watch the tournament of the year from anywhere in the world on TV as well as online. Here are the live streaming and telecast details of the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023.
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ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In India
Star Sports Network in India will telecast the ODI World Cup 2023 matches live. Cricket fans can tune into the following channels:
Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD , Star Sports 1 HINDI , Star Sports 1 HINDI HD , Star Sports 1 TELUGU , Star Sports 1 TELUGU HD , Star Sports 1 TAMIL , Star Sports 1 TAMIL HD , Star Sports 1, KANNADA
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BAN vs AFG live streaming 2023 in Bangladesh:
ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In Bangladesh: Gazi TV, rabbitholebd.com
BAN vs AFG live streaming 2023: How to watch live from different countries
ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In Afghanistan: Ariana TV ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In Sri Lanka: Maharaja TVICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In Bangladesh: Gazi TV ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In Australia: Fox SportsICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Streaming In South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSportICC World cup Live Streaming in New Zealand: Sky Sport NZICC World cup Live Streaming in Pakistan: PTV, ARYICC World cup Live Streaming in Singapore: StarHub
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UK ICC World Cup Live Streaming on Sky SportsICC World Cup Live Streaming in USA: ESPN+ Willow
ICC World Cup Live Streaming in Canada: Willow TVCaribbean Islands: ESPN CaribbeanCentral & South America and Mexico: ESPN
Hong Kong: PCCWMaldives, Nepal, Bhutan: Star SportsICC World cup Live Streaming in Malaysia: MEASATICC World cup Live Streaming in Middle East and North Africa: Etisalat
BAN vs AFG PREDICTED XI in ICC World Cup 2023
BANGLADESH PREDICTED XI
Shakib al Hasan (c), Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Tawhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah Riyad, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed.
AFGHANISTAN PREDICTED XI
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Ikram Alikhil, Noor Ahmad, Azmatullah Omarzai.
BAN vs AFG HEAD-TO-HEAD RECORD IN ODIS
Matches played: 15Bangladesh won: 9Afghanistan won: 6Last result: Bangladesh won by 89 runs (Lahore; Sep. 2023)Last five results: BAN won -2; AFG won - 3
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ICC World Cup 2023: Preview of BAN vs. AFG ODI
Bangladesh is set to begin their ICC World Cup 2023 journey by facing off against South Asian rival Afghanistan today (October 7). The clash between these two teams, both representing Asia, is scheduled to take place at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala at 11 am Bangladesh time. Let’s see what to expect from this Bangladesh vs Afghanistan World Cup match.
Preview of BAN vs. AFG ODI in ICC World Cup 2023
In recent years, Bangladesh has emerged as a powerful contender in white-ball cricket, boasting an impressive 47% win rate in 2023 (matches with no result were not counted). Nevertheless, their performance has experienced a slight decline in the past few months.
Table: Bangladesh's performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far
Matches
Win
Loss
No Result
20
8
9
3
This year, Bangladesh played 20 matches in total and won 8 of them while losing 9 matches. However, three matches came out with no result.
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Further, Bangladesh faced elimination in the Super Four stage of the recent Asia Cup and encountered a setback with a 2-0 loss against New Zealand in the lead-up to the current event. Despite these challenges, their victory against India in the Asia Cup highlights that the Tigers should not be underestimated at any point.
Heading to the World Cup 2023, Bangladesh has a tough batting lineup, relying on it to counter the spin-heavy Afghan bowling attack. Key batsmen include Najmul Hossain Shanto, who showcased brilliant form in the Asia Cup 2023, partnering with Litton Das as the opening duo.
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Towhid Hridoy has solidified his position as a dependable middle-order batsman, complemented by the experienced Mushfiqur Rahim in the lower order. The team features two outstanding all-rounders, Shakib Al-Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, known for their impactful contributions across all facets of the game.
In the spin department, Mahmudullah is likely to join the ranks. Shoriful Islam and Taskin Ahmed, both in good bowling form, will support Mustafizur Rahman in the bowling department, while Hasan Mahmud might secure a spot as the fourth bowler. The collective strength of this well-rounded squad positions Bangladesh as a challenging force in the upcoming matches.
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On the other hand, Afghanistan's track record in the World Cup has been less than satisfactory, securing victory in only one out of the 15 matches played across their two appearances. In the last edition, they came remarkably close to defeating teams such as India and Pakistan. However, their relative lack of experience on the grand stage led them to surrender to pressure in critical moments.
Nevertheless, the Afghan players bring valuable experience from their participation in T20 leagues worldwide, providing them with a notable advantage. Afghanistan is particularly renowned for its spin-bowling options.
The crucial figure in the team's bowling lineup is Rashid Khan. With an impressive track record in the IPL and a deep understanding of Indian conditions, Khan is sure to play a crucial role in this match. Supporting him in the spin department are Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
While batting has historically been a vulnerable aspect for Afghanistan, the opening pair of Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz has displayed excellent form in recent months, aiming to provide the team with a robust start. The middle order comprises Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, and Najibullah Zadran, whose consistency in scoring runs will be essential in this BAN vs AFG World Cup match.
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This year, Afghanistan played 11 ODI matches so far and won three of them. Two of the wins came against Bangladesh and one against Sri Lanka.
Table: Afghanistan's performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far
Matches
Win
Loss
No Result
11
3
8
0
So, regarding experience and performance, the Tigers are ahead of the Afghans.
Bangladesh and Afghanistan stats in ICC ODI World Cups So farSo far, Bangladesh appeared in 7 ICC World Cups, including the 2023 tournament. Among these, the 2007 and 2015 World Cups were quite successful for them. Bangladesh reached Super Eights in 2007 and reached the quarter-finals in 2015. And they were eliminated in the group stage in 1999, 2003, 2011, and 2019.
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On the other hand, the Afghans began their World Cup appearance in 2015 and appeared in another one in 2019. In these two World Cups, Afghanistan played 15 matches and won only one game against Scotland in the 2015 World Cup.
Table: Bangladesh and Afghanistan stats in ICC ODI World Cups
Team
Appearances
Total Matches Played
Wins
Losses
No Result
Bangladesh
1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015, 2019, 2023
42
14
25
3
Afghanistan
2015, 2019, 2023
15
1
14
0
Bangladesh vs. Afghanistan Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far
Bangladesh and Afghanistan met in 15 ODI matches, and Bangladesh won 9 matches, while Afghans emerged victorious in 6 matches. However, in the World Cup, Bangladesh faced the Afghans two times and won both of the matches.
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Table: BAN vs. AFG Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far
Matches
Bangladesh Won
Afghanistan Won
No Result
15
9
6
0
Probable Bangladesh XI
Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan (C), Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.
Probable Afghanistan XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Rashid Khan, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen ul Haq.
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Bangladeshi Players to Watch
Najmul Hossain Shanto
The Bangladeshi top-order batsman has had an outstanding year, beginning with a memorable Bangladesh Premier League. This year, in 2023, Shanto played 15 matches and scored 698 runs, which could have been increased if he was not injured in the Asia Cup 2023.
Shakib Al Hasan
Appearing in the 2007 World Cup first, Shakib Al Hasan’s World Cup record filled with 1146 runs and 34 wickets from 29 matches. And in 2023, Shakib maintained his impressive performance. In the 16 ODI matches he played this year, he accumulated 549 runs, achieving the highest score of 93 runs and securing five half-centuries. Additionally, he showcased his bowling skill by taking 14 wickets across these 16 matches, with his best bowling figures being 4/35.
Towhid Hridoy
Towhid Hridoy has displayed admirable form in recent matches. In the current year, he participated in 17 matches, scoring a total of 518 runs with an impressive strike rate of 86.33. Hridoy first garnered attention with notable performances, scoring 82 and 54 runs in the 2023 Asia Cup. So, he will surely have some impact on the Afghans.
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Afghan Players to Watch
Ibrahim Zadran
The Afghan opener has been the standout batsman for his team in the current year, accumulating 478 runs from 11 innings at an impressive average of 47.8. Teaming up with Rahmanullah Gurbaz, he has established a formidable opening partnership for the Afghan team. So, we might see Zadran’s tremendous performance in the next match.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
He is among the more aggressive batsmen in the Afghan lineup and complements his partner Zadran effectively. His notable strength lies in his attacking approach, showcasing the ability to unleash shots right from the outset, thereby putting opposing bowlers under pressure. This year, he scored 376 runs from 11 matches.
Fazalhaq Farooqi
Farooqi is anticipated to be Afghanistan's key bowler in the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023. He has stood out as their leading wicket-taker over the last two years, securing 32 wickets from 14 innings while maintaining a bowling average of 27.5.
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Final Words
Statistically, Bangladesh has a competitive edge over Afghanistan. However, in recent times, Afghans have been fighting back and getting positive results. Considering the recent and historical performance, Bangladesh has a great chance to win the BAN vs. AFG ICC World Cup 2023 match.
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Tigers ready to kick off World Cup Campaign
The Bangladesh cricket team is set to embark on their ICC World Cup journey against Afghanistan on Saturday, with Afghanistan proving to be formidable rivals for the Tigers in recent encounters.
The match will kick off at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
In this 10-team World Cup, each team will play a total of nine matches during the initial phase. Bangladesh's first two matches are slated for Dharamsala, with the first clash against Afghanistan, followed by a showdown with reigning world champions England, on October 10.
This impending match against Afghanistan marks Bangladesh's return to ODI cricket in India after a 17-year hiatus, their last ODI match in India dating back to 2006.
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Leading up to the main event, Bangladesh contested two warm-up matches against Sri Lanka and England. While they clinched the first, they faced a defeat against England in the second, held in Guwahati.
Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh's captain, was sidelined from the warm-up matches due to a minor injury sustained during a football session in practice. However, he has been declared fit for the Afghanistan encounter.
Prior to the World Cup, Bangladesh hosted an ODI series at home against the current World Cup runners-up, New Zealand, and ended up losing the series 2-0, with one match succumbing to heavy rain.
The Bangladesh captain expressed confidence, emphasising the significance of the upcoming World Cup matches.
The squad comprises a blend of seasoned campaigners and young talents. Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Litton Das form the backbone of the Bangladesh team. The side also features promising talents in Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, and Tanzim Hasan Sakib, along with Nasum Ahmed and Mahedi Hasan.
Bangladesh also boasts Mehidy Hasan Miraz, a talented all-rounder who has excelled in recent years and possesses the potential to shine in this World Cup being held in India.
Analysis of Bangladesh Squad for ICC World Cup 2023
The Tigers may grapple with uncertainty regarding their opening combination, given that star opener Tamim Iqbal will miss the World Cup due to injury-related issues. The void left by the renowned opener has been filled by Tanzid Tamim, another left-handed opener. While he impressed in the warm-up matches, he lacks experience in major events.
Litton, standing in for Tamim’s experience, has been experiencing a rough patch in recent matches and will need to take responsibility for providing a solid start alongside his young partner.
Mehidy Miraz might be entrusted with opening the innings alongside Litton, should the team management opt for this strategy. He previously executed this role in the Asia Cup against Afghanistan, delivering a century, potentially prompting the management to stick with the same plan.
In the pace department, Bangladesh flaunts a formidable attack compared to other areas. Taskin and Mustafiz lead the charge, with Shoriful Islam and Hasan Mahmud also poised to make a significant impact. The Tigers boast an additional pacer in Tanzim Hasan Sakib, who made an impressive debut in the Asia Cup, securing three wickets.
In essence, Bangladesh possesses a robust squad capable of challenging any opponent in the World Cup. The key lies in the team's unity and collective performance.
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New Zealand routs England in Cricket World Cup opener to gain measure of revenge after 2019 final
The Cricket World Cup opened Thursday with New Zealand gaining a measure of revenge for how the last one ended four years ago.
The rematch of the extraordinary 2019 final got a very different result as the Blacks Caps powered to a nine-wicket thrashing of England, whose title defense is off to an alarming start.
England, without star batter Ben Stokes because of a hip injury, was put into bat and posted 282-9 — a score that always seemed well below par at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
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That’s how it proved as New Zealand raced to its target in just 36.2 overs, with Devon Conway (152 not out) and Rachin Ravindra (123 not out) putting on a virtually chanceless second-wicket stand of 273 to help the team to 283-1. The chase was achieved without captain Kane Williamson, who still has yet to recover from a knee injury.
Conway's 83-ball hundred was the Black Caps' fastest at a World Cup — but only until the 23-year-old allrounder Ravindra went quicker, off 82 balls, to also become New Zealand's youngest century-maker.
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Joe Root top-scored with 77 for England, which at least made some history after all batters scored double figures. It’s the first time that has happened in the history of ODIs, totaling 4,658 matches.
There was a sparse crowd for the start of the 13th edition of the 50-over World Cup, though the cavernous 134,000-seater stadium was slightly fuller by the time the one-sided match ended.
Asian Games Cricket: Bangladesh to play India in first semifinal Friday
Former Asian Games gold medalist Bangladesh Men's Cricket team will play their giant neighbor India in the first semifinal of the 19th Asian Games Men's Cricket on Friday (October 6).
The match will kick-off at 7 am Bangladesh time at the Zhejiang University of Technology Cricket ground in Hangzhou.
Pakistan will play the 2nd semifinal also on Friday at 12 noon against Afghanistan, who eliminated Sri Lanka by 8 runs in the day's 3rd quarterfinal.
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Bangladesh men's cricket team brought laurel for the country by winning the first Asian Games gold medal in the Guangzhou Asian Games 2010 and clinched the bronze medal at the Incheon Asiad in 2014.
In case of a win against India on Friday, then Bangladesh entered the gold battle like the Guangzhou games, otherwise they will join the bronze race in the 3rd place deciding match.
Ahead of Friday's vital match against India, Bangladesh team made the final practice session on Thursday.
Earlier, Bangladesh mens cricket team managed a semifinal berth in the ongoing Games Cricket with a dramatic two-run victory over Malaysia in a nailbiting 4th quarterfinal on Wednesday (Oct 4).
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Earlier, India made a semifinal berth eliminating Nepal by 23 runs while Pakistan qualified for the last four stage eliminating Hong Kong by 68 runs in the quarter final match on Tuesday.
Bangladesh women's cricket team lifted the lone medal, a bronze, for the country beating Pakistan in 3rd place deciding match.