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Preview of BAN vs IRE 2nd ODI 2023: Can Bangladesh Win the Series?
Bangladesh triumphed over Ireland in the first ODI, proving themselves superior in all areas. The record-breaking score was achieved via aggressive batting. And the bowlers, especially the pacers, were a phenomenon. This follows their prior success in T20, where the pacers played an effective role in whitewashing England in T20. Now, Bangladesh is looking forward to keeping its playing style and winning the series today (March 20, 2023).
Bangladesh vs Ireland 2nd ODI Preview
The second match of the three-match series is scheduled to start at 2 pm on Monday, March 20, at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. However, there is a high chance of rain during that time. Also, there is a possibility of rain in Sylhet throughout the day. According to the forecast, the rainfall will be higher on Monday than on Sunday (March 19). A thunderstorm could be on the horizon, and the rain is set to become heavier after 6 pm, so the officials may find it difficult to finish the match on time. For Bangladesh, however, there is not much tension about the match being washed away. Tigers take a 1-0 lead in the series after winning the first ODI. If this match is washed away, the risk of losing the series will be eliminated.
BAN was dominant in the first game of the series against IRE, and now they look to secure the trophy by securing a win in the second match. The team, led by Tamim Iqbal, put up a spectacular display, with Shakib Al Hasan's 93 runs off 89 deliveries and Towhid Hridoy's 92 runs off 85 deliveries leading the way. Mushfiqur Rahim also contributed to the success of the Bangla Tigers, as they posted 338 runs on board at the end of their 50 overs. So, if the second match takes place, Bangladesh will surely try to repeat the first’s match aggressive performance.
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On the other hand, the Ireland team has much to improve. Neither their batting nor their bowling was successful in their last encounter, resulting in a 183-run loss. This Ireland squad comprise some young players with a lack of experience playing so many ODIs. However, with the ODI World Cup coming up, this is a major chance for them to become familiar with the environment and do well in subsequent matches. So, they will certainly try to improve their playing style in the upcoming matches. However, Ireland will have to overcome a few factors.
Bowlers like Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, and Nasum Ahmed are a big challenge for any team touring Bangladesh. However, it was the Bangladesh pacers who did the main damage to Ireland with a good batting wicket at the Sylhet International Stadium. As Ireland did not expect such a condition, in addition to the spinners, now Ireland also needs to think about the Bangladesh pacers.
Although Bangladesh is almost at full strength, Ireland is not getting their best all-rounder Joshua Little on this tour due to IPL. It has been seen over the years how much of a difference he can make, whether it's playing for Ireland or whether it's in franchise cricket. So, Little’s presence could have increased Ireland’s strength.
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BAN vs IRE 2nd ODI Pitch Report
Sylhet is renowned as a great place for batters to play. In the most recent match, Bangladesh put up an impressive total, which indicates that another high-scoring game can be expected. A score of 300 runs or more is considered a good one here, so whoever wins the toss should go bowling first.
Players to Watch in BAN vs IRE 2nd ODI
Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib is a highly experienced all-rounder, and he is currently performing at an impressive level. In his last four matches in the 50-overs format, he has scored 234 runs, posing him a threat to the Irish team in their upcoming game.
Ebadot Hossain
Ebadot Hossain, the speedster, took four wickets in the previous match, totally destroying the Irish batting lineup. He can do the same in the second game too.
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Graham Hume
Graham Hume became the first bowler of Ireland to take four wickets in ODI against Bangladesh. Apparently, Hume understood the Sylhet pitch better than any other Iris bowler. So, Bangladeshi batters will have to care about his bowling.
George Dockrell
George Dockrell was largely responsible for the Irish being able to extend their innings to 155 runs. The Irish innings came to a halt when Dockrell was bowled in the 30.5 overs of the innings by Ebadot. But, before that, Dockrell scored 45 of 47 balls. So, he might push more in the second match.
BAN vs IRE 2nd ODI Probable Playing XIs
Bangladesh (BAN)
Tamim Iqbal (c), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Yasir Ali, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Ebadot Hossain, Nasum Ahmed.
Ireland (IRE)
Paul Stirling, Stephen Doheny, Andrew Balbirnie (c), Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Gareth Delany, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Graham Hume.
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Final Words
In the first match, the performance of the Bangladesh team was great. The Tigers' game began with a few wickets lost, but Shakib and Hridoy put on an impressive batting display, with Mushfiqur Rahim and Yasir Ali following the pattern with a particularly aggressive approach. The veteran players displayed a strong mentality in their batting. On the other hand, Ireland should have noted their mistakes and come back with great energy. So, it is expected that the BAN vs IRE 2nd ODI will certainly be a competitive game.
Shakib Al Hasan reaches 7000-run milestone in ODIs
Bangladesh's star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has completed 7000 runs in ODIs.
He achieved the milestone during the first ODI of the three-match series against Ireland in Sylhet today, when he scored 24 runs.
Shakib took 228 matches and 216 innings to score 7000 runs in ODIs, becoming the second Bangladeshi batsman after Tamim Iqbal to reach this feat.
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During his ODI career, Shakib has scored nine centuries and 52 half-centuries, and has also taken 300 wickets in the same format.
In addition, Shakib is the third player to score over 7000 runs and take 300 or more wickets in ODIs, after Sanath Jayasuriya of Sri Lanka and Shahid Afridi of Pakistan.
Ireland won the toss in the first match of the series and opted to bat first. In Sylhet, Bangladesh played four ODIs earlier and won all of those matches.
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'Dangerous to underestimate Ireland': Hathurusingha
Ahead of the first ODI of a three-match series against Ireland in Sylhet, Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha warned against taking the relative newcomers lightly.
Bangladesh has been a strong team in ODIs over the last five to six years, especially at home. They have only lost just one ODI series at home in the last seven years - the most recent one against England. Despite this impressive record, Hathurusingha emphasized that they are not taking the Ireland team lightly.
"It would be dangerous to underestimate them. They are not an easy opponent in any regard. We are treating them as we would England," said Hathurusingha on Friday in Sylhet.
Ireland beat the West Indies in their last tour of the Caribbean and have talented cricketers who can turn the match at any point. Bangladesh has played ten ODIs against Ireland, winning seven of them, with Ireland winning two and one match ending in a no result.
Bangladesh has won all four ODIs played in Sylhet, and four out of eight innings in ODIs at this venue saw a total of more than 300 runs. This means that batters will have a great opportunity to demonstrate their abilities on the surface in Sylhet.
The match will begin at 2 pm (Bangladesh time), and will be live through Gazi TV and T-Sports in Bangladesh.
Meanwhile, The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has implemented an online ticketing system for the ODI series. To purchase tickets, fans must first register on the BCB's online platform using their NID and a valid phone number. Additionally, physical tickets can also be purchased from designated booths located in Sylhet.
BAN vs IRE 1st ODI 2023: Match Preview
The Bangladesh national cricket team will play another full series starting on March 18 with the first ODI. Bangladesh is going to play three ODIs against Ireland after blowing away England in T20. However, this will be Ireland’s first full series. All three ODIs will be played at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, and the first ODI will start at 2 PM on March 18, 2023.
Preview of Bangladesh vs Ireland 1st ODI 2023
Ireland already played a practice match against the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) XI, and they understood the pitch condition in Sylhet. Ireland got a notable victory, with a moderate total, in their preparation match. In the Sylhet pre-match, the Irish defeated the BCB XI by 74 runs.
After the morning rain, the ground at Sylhet International Stadium was soaked, causing the game to start late. Consequently, the match was shortened to 40 overs. The visiting team managed to score 255 runs after losing 7 wickets in their allotted overs. Curtis Campher's remarkable 75 runs off 50 balls was the top performance. Opener Paul Stirling scored 54 runs. While Ireland scored 53 runs in the opening pair, they lost one wicket by 100 runs. Gareth Delany put in a noteworthy performance, scoring 36 runs off 24 balls and bringing the total to 250. Rejaur Rahman Raja and Rishad Hossain each took two wickets, while Soumya Sarkar managed to take a wicket.
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Among all batters, Soumya, the left-handed opener, put up a courageous effort with the bat, resulting in 37 runs. Despite this, the BCB XI was unable to withstand the pressure of the full 32.1 overs, as they were bowled out for 181 runs. This win will surely boost confidence in Ireland.
On the other hand, despite losing the ODI series to England, Bangladesh has still had a great record at home. Other than England, they have not been defeated in a series over the last seven years. The first ODI against England was very close to being a win for Bangladesh, and to keep from being whitewashed, Tamim’s team got a victory in the last match. Although Bangladesh lost the 50-over cricket series, they were outstanding in T20. Shakib Al Hasan’s team completely defeated England by demonstrating their strength with both bat and ball. After this performance, Bangladesh will now play against Ireland. And Ireland seems to take up the challenge and attempt to win a few matches against Bangladesh.
Additionally, Bangladesh’s main weapon, the spinners, is in top form. Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz's spin bowling at home is a terror for any opponent. Bangladeshi spinners have previously shown their class to top-ranked batters. Against Ireland, it should be no exception.
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Probable Squad for BAN vs IRE 1st ODI 2023
Bangladesh XI:
Tamim Iqbal (Captain), Litton Kumer Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam.
Ireland XI:
Stephen Doheny, Paul Stirling(c), Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker(w), Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Benjamin White.
Team News
Reports from Cricbuzz indicate that wicketkeeper-batsman Zakir Hasan suffered an injury to his left thumb while practicing at the Sylhet International Stadium on Thursday afternoon. As a result, he was dropped from the ODI series against the Irish. Zakir was called up for the first ODI. However, it is speculated that it will take a minimum of three weeks for him to make a full recovery. Apart from Zakir, all other Bangladeshi players are fit and can play the first ODI.
Rony Talukdar will play in Zakir’s place. BCB confirmed Zakir's injury and Rony's inclusion in a press release on Thursday. Opener Rony returned to the Bangladesh team after almost eight years with the last T20 series against England. He played in all three games during the spectacular whitewashed series of the world champions. He notched up 21, 9, and 24 runs, respectively, in three T20s. Though he failed to make a huge impact, Rony did demonstrate the necessary ambition for this tournament. Mahmudullah was not included in the first two matches of the ODI series, while Yasir Ali, Nasum Ahmed, and Shoriful Islam have all rejoined the national squad.
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On the other hand, the Ireland cricket team is in good condition with no major injuries or absences and is predicted to field its most formidable lineup since the beginning of the first ODI.
Tamim, Mehidy uncertain for 1st ODI against Ireland
Bangladesh are concerned about the availability of Tamim Iqbal and Mehidy Hasan Miraz ahead of the first ODI against Ireland on March 18 in Sylhet.
Mehidy suffered a blow to his eye during a practice session on Friday morning while playing football. However, a quick CT scan revealed that the all-rounder has no problem.
Tigers captain Tamim is suffering from a fever and cold, and his participation in the first ODI is uncertain.
Bangladesh coach Chandika Hathurusingha said Tamim may have a viral infection, and a final decision regarding his availability is yet to be made.
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The southpaw did not participate in the practice session on Friday and batted for a long time in the nets.
Earlier, Zakir Hasan was ruled out of the squad due to a thumb injury. He sustained the blow during a practice session on Thursday at Sylhet International Stadium.
The second and final ODI will also be played at the same venue on March 20 and 23, respectively.
After the ODI series, both teams will play a three-match T20I series in Chattogram, followed by a Test in Dhaka, which will mark Ireland's first Test in Bangladesh.
Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has introduced an online system for selling tickets for the ODI series.
Fans will need to register first on the BCB's online platform to buy tickets using their NID and a valid phone number. Tickets can also be bought in person from designated booths in Sylhet.
Bangladesh vs Ireland Series 2023 Preview: Schedule, Fixtures, Team
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced the schedule for Bangladesh vs Ireland series 2023. Bangladesh is hosting the series following the series against England. Ireland will play three One-Day Internationals, three T20Is, and one Test match. The Tigers have not played any test against Ireland till now. Against the Irish, Bangladesh has two losses against seven wins in ODIs and one loss against three wins in T20Is. In 2008, Ireland made a trip to Bangladesh to compete in their final bilateral series. Let's have a look at the upcoming BAN vs IRE Series 2023.
Date, Time, and Venue of 2023 BAN vs IRE Series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced the official schedule for the Ireland series. On Saturday (March 11), the board informed that the first two ODIs and all T20 matches of the series would be played at 2 pm. The last game of the three-match ODI series will be played at 2:30 pm.
According to BCB, the starting time of the ODI match has been delayed keeping in mind the holy Ramadan. In this series, the ODIs will be day and night, but the T20 matches will be over by the evening. The only Test is set to start at 10 am. The two teams will play a preparation match on March 15. After that, the 27-day long three-format series will start with the first ODI on March 18.
Table: Fixtures of Bangladesh vs Ireland Series in 2023
Date
Match
Venue
Time
March 18, 2023
First ODI
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
2 pm
March 20, 2023
Second ODI
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
2 pm
March 23, 2023
Third ODI
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
2:30 pm
March 27, 2023
First T20I
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium
2 pm
March 29, 2023
Second T20I
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium
2 pm
March 31, 2023
Third T20I
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium
2 pm
April 4-8, 22023
Test
Sher-E-Bangla National Cricket Stadium
10 am
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Preview of Bangladesh vs Ireland Series 2023
The Ireland cricket team arrived in Bangladesh on March 12 to play the first full bilateral series against the Tigers. This will be a 27-day long tour for the Ireland cricket team. After landing at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the Ireland team went directly to Sylhet. The Irish will play a three-match ODI series against Bangladesh in Sylhet.
While Ireland has played plenty of ODIs and T20I, they have not had the opportunity to play the test format for a long time. Played only 3 Tests in the last five years after receiving Test status. The last match was played in 2019. By that time, the teams were introduced to the aggressive mentality in Test cricket. The Irish also want to play the same style of cricket.
On the other hand, the Bangladesh team will go to Sylhet after the last T20 match against England on March 14. Previously Bangladesh team met Ireland 11 times in ODI and won seven of them, while two matches ended with no result.
Changes Bangladesh Squad
After the third ODI against England in Chittagong, BCB President Nazmul Hasan Papon has suggested that resting a few cricketers in the upcoming Ireland series could provide a chance for some of the freshers. This statement sparked a debate on which cricketers might be included in the rest list. Eventually, the names are revealed.
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BCB revealed the ODI squad for the forthcoming Ireland series in the absence of experienced national all-rounder Mahmudullah Riyad. Recently, this experienced cricketer has been a concern due to his poor performance with the bat, along with his lack of fitness. Questions have been raised about what lies ahead for him after he was eliminated from the Ireland series. On Sunday, March 12, BCB revealed the selection of the 15 players who will take part in the first two One Day Internationals.
Taijul Islam is also not included in the announced 15-member team. Taijul played well in the ODI series against England, yet his absence from the team remains a mystery. The new face in the team is cricketer Zakir Hasan, the keeper-batsman who made his T20 and ODI debut for Bangladesh and has now been called up to the ODI squad. Apart from these two changes, there are no surprises in the ODI squad led by Tamim Iqbal. Additionally, Yasir Ali Chowdhury and Shoriful Islam are back.
Meanwhile, this season of IPL will start on March 31, when Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, and Mustafizur Rahman were selected from Bangladesh. The Test match against Ireland will start on April 4 and end on April 8. So, it is not clear yet if they will play the test.
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Bangladesh Squad for ODIs
Tamim Iqbal (Captain), Litton Kumer Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain, Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Zakir Hasan.
Ireland Team News
Ireland has already announced their squad for ODI, T20, and Test matches back on February 9. This is the first Test against Bangladesh since the Irish became full members of the ICC in 2017. This is the first time that there will be three editions of the series on the same tour.
The major change in the announced team is the absence of Joshua Little in T20. The 23-year-old left-hander took the second-highest wickets in T20 Internationals in 2022 with 39 wickets. Got a place in the ICC T20 XI of the year. Little will only be in the ODI series on the tour of Bangladesh. He has got teams in Pakistan's PSL and India's IPL. He has been given leave from the national team to play franchise cricket. Andrew Balbirnie will lead the Irish in all three formats.
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Ireland Squad for ODIs
Andrew Balbirnie (C), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Stephen Doheny, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Josh Little, Andrew McBrine, Barry McCarthy, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White.
Ireland Squad for T20I
Andrew Balbirnie (C), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Barry McCarthy, Conor Olphert, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young.
Ireland Squad for Test Match
Andrew Balbirnie (C), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Murray Commins, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Matthew Humphreys, Andrew McBrine, Barry McCarthy, James McCollum, PJ Moor, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White.
Final Words
Bangladesh's ODI record at home is incredibly good. They have won most of the series at home for the last four-five years. In addition to that, the most recent T20 series win against England will also boost the team’s confidence. So, Ireland's tour in Bangladesh is going to be a challenge for Ireland. Usually, the bigger tours are more challenging for teams like Ireland. Hopefully, The Irish team will be ready to adapt once they get on the field.
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Zakir Hasan earns maiden ODI call-up for Ireland ODIs
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a 16-member squad for the first two ODIs against Ireland, starting on March 18.
Left-handed batter Zakir Hasan earned a maiden call-up for the ODIs.
Zakir has a decent List A record. In 94 List A matches, he has scored 2,336 runs at an average of 28.83, with the highest score of 124. His strike rate of 79.56 shows that he can score runs quickly when required. He also scored two centuries and 16 half-centuries in this format.
The batter recently played his first Test series and hit a century against India.
Shoriful Islam, Yasir Ali, and Nasum Ahmed made a comeback. They were not part of the team in the England ODIs.
The first ODI is scheduled for March 18; the second ODI will take place on March 20. The third and final ODI of the series will be played on March 23. All matches will be played as day-night fixtures.
Bangladesh ODI squad for Ireland series
Tamim Iqbal (captain), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain, Yasir Ali, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, and Zakir Hasan
2023 BAN vs ENG 3rd ODI Preview: Can Bangladesh turn back?
In 2016, England triumphed over Bangladesh in a three-match ODI series held in Dhaka and Chittagong. Despite losing a match in Dhaka, Bangladesh put up a valiant effort in Chittagong in 2016, but ultimately, England won the series with a 4-wicket victory in the last match. On the other hand, Bangladesh already lost the 2023 series before their third match in Chittagong on March 6.
Bangladesh will aim to avoid a whitewash in Tamim Iqbal’s hometown tomorrow. However, England will want to give that opportunity to Bangladesh at any cost, as we have seen their performance in the last match. The third and final ODI of the BAN vs ENG series 2023 will start at 12 noon on Monday (March 06, 2023) at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong.
Preview of Bangladesh vs England 3rd ODI Match in 2023
Bangladesh and England teams reached the port city of Chittagong to play the third and last ODI of the series. Although both teams reached there early on Saturday, neither team practiced. Both teams have done their last-minute preparations on Sunday (March 5).
Bangladesh practiced at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium from 10 am to 1 pm, and England practiced from 2 pm to 5 pm. The English camp has confirmed the series by 2-0 by winning two matches of the three-match ODI series. The Tigers have lost the ODI series at home after seven years. Coincidentally, Bangladesh last lost their last ODI series at home to England in 2016.
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While Engldoesn’tsn’t have any pressure on their shoulder, Bangladesh will surely take the pressure to win the last match. At least a win can be a consolation for the team as well as the fans.
Bangladesh don’t have any major changes in the team except for removing Shamim Hossain Patwari from the team. Shamim got a chance in the team on the evening before the second ODI against England. But he did not get a chance to play the match. However, the 22-year-old left-handed batsman is still on the team. England, on the other hand, seems to continue with their current playing XI.
There were roughly two types of wickets in Mirpur in the first two matches of the Bangladesh and England ODI series. The first match saw the familiar form of Mirpur - slow, turning, uneven bounce wickets. In the second, it was much more batting-friendly. And England has adapted better than Bangladesh with both types of wickets.
According to the condition and situation, Dawid Malan and Jason Roy scored two centuries and became the man of the match. On the other hand, in front of the English bowlers, Bangladeshi batsmen seemed to be foreigners on their own ground.
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While all the England players got their expected performance, Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman seems to be dim in this series. Not only the first two matches of the England series but Mustafiz has also been lost in ODIs for quite some time.
But, no other Bangladeshi bowler has bowled as many overs (100.2) as him and has such a low economy rate (4.61) in the last year. Tomorrow will be Mustafiz’s another chance to do something for the country.
Probable Squads for 3rd ODI in 2023 BAN vs ENG Series
Bangladesh XI:
Tamim Iqbal (c), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Mustafizur Rahman.
England XI:
Jason Roy, Philip Salt, Dawid Malan, James Vince, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Will Jacks, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Mark Wood.
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Pitch Report and Weather
Batting conditions at Chattogram are great, so a high-scoring game is anticipated. Therefore, teams that win the toss should choose to bowl first. Ishan Kishan made a double century the last time an ODI took place here against India. Weather forecasts suggest no chance of rain and a temperature of 31 degrees Celsius with humidity in the 4
Bangladesh’s Dominance in Home Ground has Ended
Although Bangladesh fought in the first matTamim’sim’s team could not compete against England in the second ODI. After England scored 326 runs for 7 wickets with opener JaRoy’soy’s century, Bangladesh was knocked out of the match.
While there was a little hope in the run chase, it was also lost due to the failure of the top-order batsmen. After the top order collapsed, Bangladesh could not turn arouBangladesh’ssh’s innings stopped at 194 runs in 44.4 overs.
In the first match, Chris Woakes’ bowling troubled the Bangladteam’sam’s top-order batsmen. Sam Curran took the new ball in the second match as Woakes was rested. Curran is known for swinging the new ball. And that swing became a disaster for Bangladeshi batsmen.
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Two Bangladeshi batsmen, Litton Das and Najmul Hossain Shanto were dismissed by Curran in the first over of the innings, leaving Mushfiqur Rahim with the challenge of facing the next over.
In a matter of moments, the Bangladesh team had lost three wickets for a mere nine runs, which is a far from ideal start for a team looking to reach 326 runs. After that, there was nothing else to talk about in the batting of the Bangladesh team except for Shakib-Tamim’sim’s partnership. As the partnership was broker, it was confirmed that Bangladesh lost the series as well as the winning streak in the home ground.
Final Words
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is a heaven for batters, leaving Bangladesh dependent on their bowlers to succeed. Will the Bangladeshi bowlers be able to sEngland’snd’s powerful hitters, though?
Evidence from the past two matches suggests it will be a significant challenge for Bangladeshi bowleIndia’sia’s last performance here was also noteworthy, so it is possible to anticipate a couple of centuries tomorrow. Nonetheless, Bangladeshi batsmen will do their utmost to prevent a whitewash by winning BAN vs ENG 3rd ODI.
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Preview of BAN vs ENG 2nd ODI 2023
The Bangladesh squad were defeated in the opening ODI of the three-match series against England and are hoping to level the series by winning the second game. Tamim Iqbal's team is facing the English on Friday, March 3. The match will start at 12 noon Bangladesh time at Mirpur Sher-E-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Let's take a look at the match preview, changes in the team, and probable players list of the 2023 BAN vs ENG 2nd ODI match.
Preview of 2nd ODI Match of Bangladesh vs England Series 2023
Bangladesh cricket team is unbeaten in seven consecutive series at home ground. So, the Tigers have no other option except to win in the second ODI to continue that streak. That is why it was essential to win the first two matches in order to guarantee the series.. Earlier in 2016, Bangladesh got the taste of defeat in the last bilateral series at home to England. After that, the Tigers won seven ODI series in a row.
However, Bangladesh’s beginning was not good. Bangladesh got a good start after winning the toss and batting in the first ODI. But without Najmul Hossain Shanto, other batsmen could not help much with the bat. Bangladesh lost all wickets lost in 47.2 overs and stopped at just 209 runs. Still, the team saw the dream of winning in Taijul, Miraz, and Shakib’s spin action. But Dawid Malan's brilliant century lead England to a three-wicket win.
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England performed brilliantly in the first ODI according to their plan. England played a different plan on a wicket where India-Sri Lanka found it difficult. Clearly, David Malan's experience of playing in the Dhaka League and BPL for six consecutive years has come in handy. In addition to that, England's bowlers also played a big role with the ball.
However, experienced Bangladeshi players for the Mirpur pitch could not impact. For example, Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan are more experienced in this pitch. But they failed to live up to expectations. When they were both dismissed while attempting to slog spinners in the middle overs, the rest of Bangladesh's batting line-up had to readjust their strategy. Najmul Hossain Shanto was unable to capitalize on his first ODI fifty, and Mahmudullah was out playing cautiously.
On the other hand, except for Malan’s knock, England did not have any significant achievements. Therefore, England will seek to boost their batting following Malan's substantial performance, while Bangladesh requires their batsmen to make the most of the beginning of their innings. The bowling from both sides was exemplary. Taskin Ahmed and the Bangladesh spinners gave it their all. Despite their efforts, the final three wickets escaped England, yet they successfully kept the opposition to a modest total.
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Mustafiz’s magic is not working in Dhaka's pitch lately. So, Ebadot Hossain or Hasan Mahmud can be an alternative to Mustafiz in the second ODI.
England did not keep Sam Curran, Saqib Mahmood, Rehan Ahmed and Reece Topley in the first match. It appears unlikely that Rehan will play due to his illness, but the team is predicted to rotate their players throughout the tour.
No other team has been able to beat Bangladesh in a home series since 2015, and England is hoping to be the one to do so. If they can win tomorrow's match, they will be the only team to twice win a bilateral ODI series in Bangladesh since 2015.
Change in Bangladesh Team
Just before the second ODI against England, there was a sudden addition to the Bangladesh ODI team. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) suddenly added Shamim Hossain Patwari to the team 18 hours before the match. This 22-year-old cricketer was brought in as a substitute fielder due to the probable injury of one cricketer.
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Shamim, who has played 10 T20s for Bangladesh, has been called up to the first ODI team. Earlier, Shamim was also included in the first two T20 teams against the English. The second one-day team now has 15 members. The team for the third ODI has not been announced yet.
However, Shamim’s performance was not very good in the last Dhaka Premier League, the domestic edition of the 50-over edition. He scored 285 runs at an average of 31.66 with 1 century and a fifty in 11 innings. But his main area of strength, the quick runs, was reflected in his strike rate (103.63).
But, the Chief Selector, Minhajul Abedin Nannu, explained to bdnews24.com that his batting was not a factor in Shamim’s selection to the team. Since there is a little concern about one team member's injury, Shamim may start as an extra fielder to help. As a fielder, however, Shamim has attracted attention in different ways. He has earned a reputation as one of the most talented fielders in the country.
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Probable Squad in the BAN vs ENG 2nd ODI
Bangladesh XI:
Tamim Iqbal (capt), Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mahmudullah, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Mustafizur Rahman.
England XI:
Jason Roy, Phil Salt, Dawid Malan, James Vince, Jos Buttler (capt, wk), Will Jacks, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood/Jofra Archer, Reece Topley/Mark Wood.
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Pitch and conditions
The team winning the toss might decide to bowl first due to the dew. This wouldn't be the worst choice in Dhaka, as the ball will still have a bit of unpredictable bounce and spin in the daytime. Fortunately, the weather is still dry, although it is becoming increasingly warm.
Final Words
Bangladesh-England has played a total of 22 matches against each other in one-day cricket. The English have succeeded overwhelmingly, winning a total of 18 matches, while Bangladesh have only achieved success in four.
After a disappointing performance in the first game, Bangladesh is in a do-or-die situation at the Sher-E-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka on March 3. Bangladesh will have to win the second ODI of the BAN vs ENG series 2023 in order to stay in contention. England, on the other hand, is looking to secure the series.
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Analysis of BAN vs ENG 1st ODI 2023
England won the first match of the BAN vs ENG ODI series 2023. Dawid Malan scored a match-winning century. However, there were a few others who had good performances in the match. While Najmul Hossain Shanto got his fifty, the all-round performance was from Adil Rashid, and Moeen Ali was also very dependable for England. On the other hand, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s bowling kept Bangladesh in the match for a long time.
Analysis of Bangladesh vs England 1st ODI 2023
Bangladesh and England met in Dhaka's Mirpur on Wednesday. Bangladesh won the toss and choose to bat in this day-night match. Bangladesh batsmen scored 209 runs by batting at the beginning. In reply, England secured victory with eight balls in hand.
Bangladesh’s Senior Batsmen Failed to Collect Big Score
Bangladesh’s batting was not up to the mark at Mirpur Sher Bangla Stadium. The host batsmen could not make any impact against the English bowlers. Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid, in particular, gave Bangladeshi batsmen a tough time. England's fast bowlers delivered a top-notch performance from the very beginning, with Jofra Archer achieving speeds of up to 150 kmph even on the slow Mirpur pitch.
England's three fast bowlers took five wickets together. The remaining five wickets were taken by the spinners. From the beginning, Bangladesh batted slowly on a slow wicket. Bangladeshi batsmen gave 41 dot balls in ten overs despite crossing thirty in the first four overs.
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After a long time, Bangladesh got a chance to play ODI against England in home conditions. Tamim Iqbal won the toss and took the batting at Mirpur Stadium. Litton (7) was lbw after missing the line of the ball of Mark Wood's off swing when Bangladesh scored 33 runs. After that, the Bangladesh team seemed to lose rhythm.
Bangladesh was under pressure after losing four top-order batsmen for 106 runs. From there, Nazmul Hossain Shanto managed a 53-run partnership with Mahmudullah on the fifth wicket. However, Shanto failed to face Adil's googly and left after giving up the catch. Shanto brought up the first half-century of his ODI career, and he scored 58 runs off 82 balls.
Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah Riyad, and Mushfiqur Rahim- none of them could perform well. Shakib batted at number five and was bowled while hitting a silly shot. Tamim Iqbal was bowled by Mark Wood at 149 kmph. Mushfiqur Rahim scored just 16 runs off 34 balls before being dismissed. Mahmudullah Riyad was stopped at 31 runs. Najmul Hossain Afif Hossain and Mehdy Hasan Miraz scored under 10 run.
All in all, the Bangladesh team could not score more than 209 runs. 240-250 runs could have been quite effective in Mirpur to fight on this wicket. There is definitely regret in the dressing room.
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England’s Batting
After the batting failure, the Bangladesh team was already behind in the match. On top of that, Dawid Malan's incredible innings put extra pressure on Bangladesh. Malan has long experience playing in Bangladesh conditions. As a result, this English batter took the opportunity of the familiar condition very well. He leads England to victory by picking up the fourth century of his career. With his 114 runs from 145, England easily overcame the 210 runs.
England lost five wickets for 103 runs. But one end of the wicket was held by Dawid Malan, who started batting after one wicket. Malan did not give any chance to the Bangladeshi bowlers after getting a chance to bat in 'familiar' conditions. He came to play Dhaka Premier League for the first time in 2013. Played for Prime Doleshwar for two consecutive seasons. He has experience playing for Comilla Warriors, Comilla Victorians, and Khulna Titans in BPL.
As a result, this batter is well-known about the condition of Mirpur, and he took that opportunity. Where other batters struggled, Malan has been slow. His unbeaten 114 won the match for England. Malan scored his fourth career century in 134 balls with 8 fours and 4 sixes. After playing 11 more balls, he left the field without losing his wicket. Malan made an unbroken partnership of 51 runs off 59 balls with Adil Rashid on the eighth wicket.
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Spin Friendly Wicket
Despite the failure in batting, the relief for Bangladesh is the performance of the bowlers. Only Mustafizur Rahman could not show his class. He was wicketless for 42 runs in 8 overs. There was a lot of discussion about Taijul's chance on the team. He poured water on that discussion with 3 wickets. He is the best bowler on the team, with 3 wickets for 54 runs. The inclusion of Taijul Islam in the team gave a hint that Bangladesh would try to win with the spin attack in the first ODI.
Off-spinner, Miraz took two wickets for 35 runs. Shakib and Taskin Ahmed were outstanding. Taskin took one wicket for 26 runs in 9 overs. Shakib took one wicket for 45 runs. Taskin Ahmed has maintained his form in the ODI format. He controlled the bowling from the beginning. While Mirpur's wicket is known for its slowness, Taskin has acquired speed and swing. He took Jos Buttler’s with 26 runs in nine overs.
Among the English bowlers, Jofra Archer, Moeen Ali, Adil, and Wood took two wickets each. Besides, Will Jacks and Chris Woakes took one wicket each.
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Final Words
Before starting the series, the cricket community was abuzz with Bangladesh’s dressing room issue. However, keeping all the allegations aside, Tamim Iqbal's team went into bat against England in the first ODI with the hope of winning the game. But Bangladesh lost the game to Dawid Malan. Though Bangladesh was defeated by England in the first ODI of the 2023 BAN vs ENG series, it is expected by the fans that the tigers will turn back in the next match.