In a thrilling encounter on Saturday, Bangladesh triumphed over Ireland in the second T20I held in Chattogram. This victory leveled the series at 1-1, setting the stage for a decisive match in Mirpur on Tuesday.
Match Overview
After Ireland set a target of 170 runs, Bangladesh successfully chased down the score, finishing with 174 runs for the loss of six wickets. The match concluded with just two balls remaining.
Ireland’s Innings
- Final Score: 170-6 in 20 overs
- Top Scorer: Lorcan Ticker, 41 runs
- Key Partnerships: 57 runs for the first wicket between Paul Stirling and Tim Tector
- Other Contributions: Tim Tector (38), George Dockrell (18)
- Bangladesh’s Best Bowler: Sjak Mahedi Hasan, 3 wickets for 25 runs
Paul Stirling opened with a quickfire 29 runs, which included two sixes and three fours before his dismissal. Tim Tector followed, only to be out in the ninth over, leaving Ireland at 88-2. The Irish innings faced challenges as wickets fell, but a partnership between George Dockrell and Lorcan Ticker steadied the innings.
Bangladesh’s Response
- Final Score: 174-6 in 19.4 overs
- Top Scorer: Litton Kumer Das, 57 runs
- Other Key Contributions: Parvez Hossain Emon (43), Mohammad Saifuddin (17)
- Irish Bowlers: Mark Adair and Gareth Delany, 2 wickets each
Bangladesh faced an early setback with the loss of Tanzid Hasan Tamin for just seven runs. However, Parvez Hossain Emon and captain Litton Kumer Das formed a solid partnership, pushing the score to 138-3 after 15 overs. The home team faltered momentarily as wickets fell quickly, creating pressure. In the end, Mohammad Saifuddin and Mahedi Hasan guided Bangladesh to victory, securing the win with timely scoring despite the tense moments.
Next Upcoming Match
The final match of the series will take place on Tuesday in Mirpur. Both teams will aim for a series victory, making this a critical game for each side.
