Bangladesh Crush Pakistan by 7 Wickets: What Went Wrong for the Men in Green?

🧾 Match Summary

Match1st T20I – Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 2025
VenueSher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka
ResultBangladesh won by 7 wickets
Series3-Match T20I Series (BAN leads 1-0)

🏏 Pakistan Innings: 110 All Out (19.3 overs)

Despite a solid effort by Fakhar Zaman (44 off 34), Pakistan's batting lineup crumbled once again, folding for a meager 110. None of the middle-order batters crossed 20, and five players scored 5 or fewer, including two ducks.

This result is not just a victory for Bangladesh but a statement. The Tigers outplayed the Men in Green in all departments, raising questions about Pakistan’s team selection, batting temperament, and leadership strategy.

Bangladesh Beat Pakistan by 7 Wickets in T20I Opener – Full Breakdown of Collapse

🔥 Top Performer:

  • Fakhar Zaman – 44 (34), 6 fours, 1 six
  • Abbas Afridi – 22 (24), 3 sixes

🧊 Major Collapses:

  • Lost 3 wickets for just 9 runs (from 32/1 to 41/4)
  • Collapsed from 103/6 to 110 all out in 9 deliveries

📉 Pakistan Batting Scorecard

BatterRunsBalls4s6sSR
Fakhar Zaman443461129.41
Saim Ayub6410150.00
Mohammad Haris4310133.33
Salman Agha (c)390033.33
Hasan Nawaz04000.00
Mohammad Nawaz350060.00
Khushdil Shah17231173.91
Abbas Afridi22240391.66
Faheem Ashraf5100050.00
Salman Mirza01000.00
Abrar Ahmed0*000-

🎯 Bangladesh Bowling Performance

BowlerOversRunsWktsEconBest Figures
Mustafizur Rahman4621.502/6
Taskin Ahmed3.32236.283/22
Tanzim Hasan Sakib42015.001/20
Mahedi Hasan43719.251/37
Shamim Hossain1202.00
Rishad Hossain31906.33

🐅 Bangladesh Innings: 112/3 (15.3 overs)

Bangladesh’s chase was clinical despite early jitters. Parvez Hossain Emon smashed 56 off 39 balls, hitting 5 sixes and 3 fours, while Towhid Hridoy added 36.

They lost 2 wickets inside 2 overs but quickly recovered thanks to aggressive strokeplay and smart rotation.

✅ Key Highlights:

  • Emon’s fearless 56 (5 sixes!)
  • Smart finish by Jaker Ali (15* off 10)
  • Handled Pakistan's spin with ease

📉 Bangladesh Batting Scorecard

BatterRunsBalls4s6sSR
Tanzid Hasan140025.00
Parvez Hossain Emon56*3935143.58
Litton Das (c)140025.00
Towhid Hridoy36372297.29
Jaker Ali15*1030150.00

🔍 What Went Wrong for Pakistan?

❌ 1. Fragile Middle Order

Five wickets fell between overs 5–12, leaving no support for Fakhar Zaman.

❌ 2. Batting Collapse Under Pressure

Soft dismissals, panic running, and zero resistance from the tail proved costly.

❌ 3. Bowling Without Bite

None of the bowlers truly threatened Bangladesh after their rocky start.

🔄 Pakistan’s Possible Changes for Next Match

  • Bring back experienced players like Shadab Khan or Rizwan
  • Replace underperformers like Hasan Nawaz, Saim Ayub
  • Utilize Imad Wasim or Mohammad Wasim Jr for better death control

✅ Bangladesh's Key Strengths

  • Tactical awareness and discipline
  • Deadly pace trio – Taskin, Fizz, Tanzim
  • Middle order depth – No panic despite early loss

🎙️ Post-Match Reactions

Salman Agha (PAK Captain):

“We weren’t disciplined with the bat. 110 was never going to be enough.”

Litton Das (BAN Captain):

“Credit to the bowlers. Emon and Hridoy finished it off well. Great team effort.”

🧠 Final Thoughts 💭

Bangladesh’s win wasn’t just clinical — it was dominant. Pakistan now faces a must-win situation in the second T20I. The lack of experienced heads and weak middle order continues to haunt them.

With confidence and crowd support behind them, Bangladesh look poised to seal the series unless Pakistan pull off a major comeback.

❓Most Asked FAQs 

Q1. Why was Pakistan all out for 110?

A: Poor middle-order performance, soft dismissals, and lack of strike rotation were key factors.

Q2. Who won today’s Bangladesh vs Pakistan match?

A: Bangladesh won by 7 wickets in the 1st T20I.

Q3. Who was man of the match?

A: Parvez Hossain Emon for his match-winning 56* off 39 balls.

Q4. When is the next T20I match between Pakistan and Bangladesh?

A: The 2nd T20I is on July 22, 2025, at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, Dhaka.

Q5. What changes can Pakistan make for the next game?

A: Include experienced batters, reconsider spin strategy, and improve fielding intensity.

Q6. What is Pakistan’s lowest T20 score vs Bangladesh?

A: 110 is now the lowest ever T20I score for Pakistan against Bangladesh.

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