Bangladesh defeated AFG by 89 runs to stay in the competition
On Sunday, Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan by 89 runs in the Asia Cup 2023 match in Lahore. Bangladesh had suffered a humiliating setback over Sri Lanka in their first encounter, making this match a must-win for them. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Najmul Hossain Shanto both hit a century as Bangladesh amassed a huge 334/5 in 50 overs. Mehidy, who was elevated to open the innings, hammered 112(119) before being forced to retire hurt. Shanto, on the other side, was ran out for 104(105). Aside from the two, Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan ensured his team finished strong with an undefeated 18-ball 32. In retaliation, Afghanistan was shocked early by Shoriful Islam, who packed Rahmanullah Gurbaz for 1(7).Rahmat Shah and Ibrahim Zadran then rebuilt the score when Taskin Ahmed dismissed the former for 33(57), ending a 78-run stand for the second wicket. Mushfiqur Rahim's one-handed stunner ended Ibrahim's tenure in the middle. Following his ejection, Hashmatullah Shahidi took over and scored 51(60) before being replaced by Shoriful. Afghanistan were eventually dismissed for 245 in 44.3 overs, with Rashid Khan being the final batter to be dismissed.
BAN 334/5 (50)
AFG 245 (44.3)