New Zealand produced a ruthless all-round performance to crush Bangladesh by 78 runs in Match 10 of the T10 World Cup 2026 at Bellerive Oval, delivering one of the most dominant victories of the tournament so far.
Batting first, New Zealand piled on 131 runs in just 8.2 overs, despite being bowled out. The innings was powered by a breathtaking knock from Mark Chapman, who smashed 55 off just 16 balls, striking at an astonishing 343.75. Chapman’s explosive assault set the tone early, while Tim Seifert added rapid momentum with 24 off 6 balls. Quick contributions from Adam Milne and James Neesham ensured New Zealand crossed the 130-run mark at a blistering pace.
In response, Bangladesh crumbled under relentless pressure and were bowled out for a mere 53 runs in 5.4 overs, registering one of the lowest totals of the tournament. The Kiwi bowlers ran riot, with Ish Sodhi and Mitchell Santner tearing through the batting lineup. Santner’s 4-wicket haul and Sodhi’s attacking spell dismantled Bangladesh’s middle and lower order, leaving them no chance of recovery.
The emphatic win not only boosted New Zealand’s net run rate significantly but also sent a strong warning to the rest of the competition. Bangladesh, meanwhile, were left searching for answers after a night to forget, both with bat and ball.
New Zealand’s dominant display underlined their title credentials as the T10 World Cup 2026 continued to deliver thrilling, high-octane cricket.