Zimbabwe hard luck but Bangladesh kept their hopes alive , securing another win in the 4th T20I
Bangladesh grabs another win against Zimbabwe in an last over thriller in 4th T20I
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In a gripping cricket encounter between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe, the hosts initially appeared to be dominating proceedings with a blistering start to their innings. Tanzid Hasan Tamim was the standout performer during the powerplay, propelling Bangladesh to a commanding position with a flurry of boundaries. However, their fortunes took a sharp turn when both openers, Tanzid Hasan and Soumya Sarkar, fell in quick succession in the 12th over.
What ensued was a dramatic collapse of Bangladesh's batting lineup. Despite starting strongly at 100/0 at the end of 11 overs, they capitulated to a mere 143 runs, a stark contrast to their promising start. Luke Jongwe emerged as the chief tormentor for Zimbabwe, claiming three crucial wickets for just 20 runs, applying immense pressure on the Bangladeshi batsmen. Apart from the top three batters, none of the remaining batsmen managed to make a significant impact, with seven of them failing to reach double digits.
Two bowled dismissals, two key wickets! Shakib and Shanto both head back to the pavilion. 🏏
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Zimbabwe, initially struggling to find their footing in the match, seized the momentum following Bangladesh's collapse. While they lost early wickets in their chase, timely contributions from the likes of Campbell, Burl, and Wellington Masakadza kept them in contention. However, they faltered towards the end, unable to find a batsman to anchor their innings till the end, ultimately falling short of the target.
Tanzid Hasan notches up his half-century with 7 boundaries and 1 maximum! 🏏
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In Bangladesh's bowling effort, Shakib Al Hasan's four-wicket haul and Mustafizur Rahman's three scalps proved pivotal in maintaining their advantage. Additionally, a crucial save from Shanto further bolstered Bangladesh's cause, ensuring they emerged victorious despite Zimbabwe's spirited fightback.
Overall, the match showcased fluctuating fortunes, with Bangladesh's dominance in the early stages countered by Zimbabwe's resilience in the latter part of the game. Yet, it was Bangladesh's experience and composure, particularly exhibited by key players like Shakib and Mustafizur, that ultimately secured their victory and maintained their unbeaten streak in the series.
Run-Out Drama between the Match !!
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