Bangladesh opened their three-match T20I series against New Zealand with a strong bowling performance, restricting the hosts to 134/8 in Napier.
Left-arm pacer Shoriful Islam led the charge with a three-wicket haul for just 26 runs, while Mahedi Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman chipped in with two wickets each.
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Shoriful tore into the New Zealand top order in his opening spell, picking up two wickets in successive deliveries. Mahedi Hasan added another in the first over, leaving the Black Caps reeling at three for two early on.
James Neesham was the lone bright spot for the hosts, smashing 48 off 29 balls in a valiant attempt to accelerate the scoring. However, Mustafizur Rahman put an end to his aggressive knock, restricting New Zealand in a chasable total.
Captain Mitchell Santner chipped in with 23, but the Kiwis ultimately struggled to build significant partnerships.
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Bangladesh will be looking to capitalize on their bowling momentum and secure their first T20I win against New Zealand on Kiwi soil.