Pakistan squared the three-match ODI series on Friday with a 128-run victory over Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, a match defined by a contentious run-out and lengthy weather delays.

Chasing a rain-adjusted target of 243 from 32 overs after a two-hour interruption, Bangladesh collapsed for 114 in 23.3 overs. The total mirrored Pakistan’s score from the series opener, though the hosts reached it with far less resistance.

Outside of a brief 58-run stand between Litton Das, who scored 41 off 33 balls, and Towhid Hridoy, the Bangladesh middle order offered little defiance.

The contest’s defining moment occurred during the Pakistan innings when Salman Agha was run out in a manner that sparked visible on-field tension.

Salman was dismissed after a Mehidy Hasan Miraz delivery deflected off the bat back toward the non-striker. While the laws of the game supported the dismissal, Salman expressed his frustration by discarding his equipment as he departed, while the Bangladesh camp defended the tactical appeal.

The dismissal proved a turning point. Pakistan had reached a formidable 231 for 3, fueled by an aggressive 75 from opener Maz Sadaqat and a 109-run partnership between Salman (64) and Mohammad Rizwan.

Following the run-out, the Pakistan lower order collapsed, losing seven wickets for 43 runs to finish at 274. Rishad Hussain spearheaded the comeback, taking 3 for 56.

However, Bangladesh’s response faltered immediately.

Opening bowlers reduced the hosts to 15 for 3 before a severe thunderstorm halted play. When the match resumed under a revised DLS target, the momentum remained firmly with Pakistan.

Sadaqat capped a standout performance by taking 3 for 23 with the ball, while Haris Rauf, returning to the lineup, claimed 3 for 26.

The series concludes with the final match on Sunday, with both teams level at 1-1.