Bangladesh delivered a commanding performance in the second T10 match of the series against Zimbabwe at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium, sealing a massive 97-run victory and taking firm control of the three-match contest.
After being put into bat, Bangladesh wasted no time asserting dominance. The top order laid a strong foundation, with Tanzid Hasan (21 off 10) and Parvez Hossain Emon (27 off 14) attacking from the outset. Litton Das added further momentum with a brisk 19 off 8 balls, ensuring Zimbabwe’s bowlers were under pressure throughout the powerplay.
The true turning point, however, came in the latter half of the innings when Towhid Hridoy unleashed a breathtaking assault. Remaining unbeaten on 56 off just 18 deliveries, Hridoy smashed 7 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate exceeding 300, dismantling Zimbabwe’s bowling attack with calculated aggression. He was well supported by Mahedi Hasan, who hammered 37 off only 11 balls, pushing Bangladesh to a formidable 169 for 5 in 10 overs.
Zimbabwe’s bowling unit struggled to contain the run flow, conceding boundaries regularly and leaking extras at crucial stages. Despite isolated wickets from Tendai Chatara, Luke Jongwe, and Sikandar Raza, they failed to build sustained pressure.
Chasing a daunting 170 in a T10 fixture demanded an explosive start, but Zimbabwe’s innings quickly unraveled. Early breakthroughs from Bangladesh’s bowlers dented the chase, and wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. Craig Ervine and Tadiwanashe Marumani showed brief resistance, but the required rate climbed rapidly.
Bangladesh’s bowling attack executed their plans efficiently. Shakib Al Hasan led from the front with three wickets, while Nasum Ahmed also claimed three crucial scalps to break Zimbabwe’s middle order. Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam chipped in with timely contributions, ensuring there was no path back for the visitors.
Zimbabwe were eventually bowled out for 72 in 7.1 overs, falling well short of the towering target. The emphatic win not only highlighted Bangladesh’s batting firepower but also their ability to maintain discipline with the ball under pressure.
For his explosive unbeaten half-century, Towhid Hridoy was rightly named Man of the Match, as Bangladesh showcased a near-complete performance to dominate the second encounter and gain decisive momentum in the series.
With one match remaining, Zimbabwe will need a dramatic turnaround to restore pride, while Bangladesh will look to complete the series in style.