Pakistan Avoid Whitewash with Thumping Win in Final T20I against Bangladesh
After losing the first two T20Is, Pakistan bounced back with a commanding 74-run win in the third T20I against Bangladesh. Sahibzada Farhan starred with 63 off 41, helping Pakistan post 178/7. Bangladesh collapsed to 104 in 16.4 overs, with Salman Mirza taking 3/19. Pakistan ended the series 1-2, but with a strong final performance.
When the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur sparkled under the floodlights on July 24, 2025, the third T20I between Bangladesh and Pakistan turned into a one-sided thrashing. Pakistan, reeling from losses in the first two games, was desperate to avoid a 3-0 series whitewash. They came out with fire, piling on 178 for 7, led by Sahibzada Farhan’s explosive 63 off 41 balls, and Bangladesh, aiming for a clean sweep but choosing to rest key players, paid a heavy price. Their batting crumbled under Pakistan’s relentless bowling, collapsing to 104 in 16.4 overs, handing Pakistan a crushing 74-run victory. This match was a story of Pakistan’s hunger to bounce back and Bangladesh’s costly gamble, with aggressive batting and pinpoint bowling stealing the show.
Pakistan Gets to 178 Runs in the First Innings
Pakistan, sent in to bat after Bangladesh won the toss, knew they needed a big score on a Mirpur pitch that could slow down as the game wore on. Openers Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub started like a house on fire, racing to an 82-run opening stand in just 7.5 overs. Farhan was the standout, smashing 63 off 41 balls with 6 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 153.65. His fearless batting, full of crisp cover drives and towering sixes, put Bangladesh’s bowlers on the back foot from the word go. Ayub played a solid supporting role, scoring 21 off 15 balls with 2 fours and 1 six, before Shamim Hossain caught him off Nasum Ahmed’s bowling in the 7.5th over. Farhan kept the pressure on, reaching a 33-ball fifty, but fell in the 11.1th over, caught by Mahedi Hasan off Nasum Ahmed, leaving Pakistan at 93 for 2.
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Mohammad Haris couldn’t get going, struggling to 5 off 14 balls before Nasum Ahmed caught him off Taskin Ahmed in the 13.3rd over. Hasan Nawaz brought some spark, hammering 33 off 17 balls with 1 four and 3 sixes, but Shoriful Islam had him caught by Mahedi Hasan in the 14.5th over, with Pakistan at 131 for 4. Hussain Talat’s brief stay produced just 1 off 4 balls, caught by Litton Das off Mohammad Saifuddin in the 15.3rd over. Mohammad Nawaz provided a crucial late boost, scoring 27 off 16 balls with 2 fours and 2 sixes, before Mohammad Naim caught him off Taskin Ahmed in the 19.1th over. Faheem Ashraf’s quick 4 off 2 balls, with 1 four, ended when Tanzid Hasan caught him off Taskin Ahmed in the 19.3rd over. Captain Salman Agha stayed unbeaten on 12 off 9 balls, hitting 1 six, while Abbas Afridi added 1 not out off 3 balls, guiding Pakistan to 178 for 7 in 20 overs. Extras chipped in with 11 runs, including 1 leg bye, 9 wides, and 1 no-ball.
Bangladesh’s bowlers found it tough to keep Pakistan in check. Taskin Ahmed led the way, taking 3 for 38 in 4 overs, while Nasum Ahmed bowled tightly, grabbing 2 for 22 in 4 overs at an economy of 5.50. Mohammad Saifuddin took 1 for 28 in 4 overs, and Shoriful Islam claimed 1 for 39 in 4 overs. Mahedi Hasan was expensive, leaking 36 runs in 3 overs at an economy of 12.00, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz gave away 14 runs in 1 over at 14.00. Pakistan’s run rate of 8.90 set a challenging target on a pitch where 150 was considered a solid score, giving their bowlers a strong platform to defend.
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Innings Break | Bangladesh Need 179 Runs to Win
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Pakistan’s innings was a clear sign they weren’t ready to roll over after two losses. Farhan’s explosive start, Nawaz’s late charge, and contributions from Agha and Nawaz ensured a total that put Bangladesh under pressure. The batting showed a mix of aggression and smart play, making the most of the early batting-friendly conditions to set up a tough chase for the hosts.
Bangladesh Fumbles in the Chase
Chasing 179 was a steep challenge for Bangladesh, especially after resting key players, and Pakistan’s bowlers made them pay dearly. The Mirpur pitch, offering some grip, played right into Pakistan’s hands, with their pacers and spinners running riot. Bangladesh’s innings started with a nightmare when Tanzid Hasan fell for a duck, caught by Mohammad Haris off Salman Mirza in the 0.2nd over after Pakistan’s successful review. Captain Litton Das scored 8 off 8 balls with 1 four but was bowled by Faheem Ashraf in the 1.4th over.
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Mehidy Hasan Miraz managed 9 off 8 balls with 2 fours before Abbas Afridi caught him off Ashraf in the 3.4th over. Jaker Ali, the series’ top performer, was out for 1 off 2 balls, bowled by Salman Mirza in the 4.2nd over. Mahedi Hasan followed for a duck, bowled by Mirza in the 4.4th over, leaving Bangladesh in tatters at 25 for 5 in the powerplay. Shamim Hossain scored 5 off 5 balls with 1 four but was bowled by Salman Agha in the 6.3rd over. Mohammad Naim fought briefly with 10 off 17 balls but was caught by Agha off Ahmed Daniyal in the 7.4th over, leaving Bangladesh at 41 for 7.
Mohammad Saifuddin battled hard with an unbeaten 35 off 34 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes, but had no support. Nasum Ahmed scored 9 off 13 balls with 1 four, caught by Daniyal off Hussain Talat in the 11.6th over. Taskin Ahmed’s 7 off 6 balls, with 1 four, ended when Talat caught him off Mohammad Nawaz in the 14.5th over. Shoriful Islam smashed 1 six in his 7 off 6 balls but was caught by Afridi off Nawaz in the 16.4th over, as Bangladesh folded for 104 in 16.4 overs. Extras added 13 runs, with 6 leg byes, 4 wides, and 3 no-balls.
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Pakistan’s bowlers were relentless, with Salman Mirza leading the charge, taking 3 for 19 in 4 overs at an economy of 4.75. Faheem Ashraf grabbed 2 for 13 in 2 overs, Mohammad Nawaz took 2 for 4 in 1.4 overs at an economy of 2.40, and Ahmed Daniyal claimed 1 for 16 in 3 overs. Salman Agha (1 for 12 in 2 overs), Hussain Talat (1 for 32 in 3 overs), and Saim Ayub (1 over, 2 runs) kept the pressure on. Bangladesh’s collapse, with only Saifuddin reaching double figures, showed the impact of resting key players, allowing Pakistan to dominate and secure a consolation win.
TCNI’s Magic Moment of the Game
Sahibzada Farhan’s blistering 63 off 41 balls was the Magic Moment of the Day on July 24, 2025, at Shere Bangla National Stadium. His knock, bursting with 6 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 153.65, laid the foundation for Pakistan’s impressive 178 for 7. Farhan’s fearless batting, including a 33-ball fifty, tore into Bangladesh’s bowlers, especially in the powerplay. His 82-run opening stand with Saim Ayub set the tone, putting Bangladesh on the defensive early.
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Farhan’s ability to dominate on a tricky Mirpur pitch, where scoring was tough, made his innings the standout moment. His mix of lofted sixes and sharp drives gave Pakistan a total that proved too much for Bangladesh, setting up a 74-run victory. This performance earned him the Player of the Match award and was a key reason Pakistan avoided a series whitewash, making it the defining moment of the night.
TCNI’s Hero of the Day
Salman Mirza was named TCNI’s Hero of the Day for his brilliant 3 for 19 in 4 overs on July 24, 2025, at Mirpur. His new-ball spell, bowled with an economy of 4.75, shredded Bangladesh’s top order, dismissing Tanzid Hasan, Jaker Ali, and Mahedi Hasan in quick succession. Mirza’s wickets left Bangladesh at 25 for 5 in the powerplay, effectively ending their hopes of chasing 179.
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His clever use of swing and pace on a pitch offering some help was unplayable, setting the stage for Pakistan’s bowling dominance. Mirza’s impact stood out among a strong bowling unit, ensuring a 74-run victory and helping Pakistan salvage pride after two losses. His performance was the defining factor, as he consistently troubled Bangladesh’s batsmen, making him the match’s biggest game-changer and a key reason for Pakistan’s commanding win.
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