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🏏 Tigers Roar Early
Bangladesh’s fast bowlers set the tone in the opening T20I against Pakistan, delivering a fiery performance that left the visitors rattled. With precise yorkers, sharp bouncers, and relentless pace, the Tigers dominated from the very first over, igniting hopes of a strong series start.
⚡ Key Bowling Performances
| Bowler | Overs | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskin Ahmed | 4 | 19 | 3 | 4.75 |
| Shoriful Islam | 4 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 4 | 26 | 2 | 6.50 |
Highlights:
✅ Taskin’s early double strike dismantled Pakistan’s top order.
✅ Mustafizur’s cutters proved lethal in the death overs.
âś… Shoriful kept the pressure with consistent line and length.
🎯 Match Situation
| Team | Score | Overs | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 142/8 | 20 | Babar Azam (38 off 33) |
| Bangladesh | 78/1 (8 overs)* | Chasing | Litton Das (32* off 21) |
(Match ongoing at the time of reporting)
🗣️ What They Said
Taskin Ahmed:
“We planned to attack early with aggressive lengths, and it worked perfectly.”
Babar Azam:
“The wicket had assistance for pacers, but we needed better application.”
🔥 Why This Matters
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Momentum Shift: A strong opening win will boost Bangladesh’s confidence for the remainder of the series.
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Pace Attack Evolution: The Tigers’ bowling unit looks sharper and more threatening than ever.
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Psychological Edge: Pakistan, known for handling spin, now must tackle Bangladesh’s resurging pace battery.
📆 Series Snapshot
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | July 20, 2025 | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| 2nd T20I | July 22, 2025 | Same Venue |
| 3rd T20I | July 24, 2025 | Same Venue |
