Dominant Bangladesh U19 crush Zimbabwe
Bangladesh U19 vs Zimbabwe U19
Bangladesh U19 delivered a commanding performance to defeat Zimbabwe U19 by 91 runs in the tri-nation ODI clash, underlining their strength in both batting and bowling departments.
Batting first, Bangladesh posted a formidable 274 for 8 in 50 overs, led by a sparkling knock from Zawad Abrar, who hammered 82 off 63 balls with 12 boundaries and a six.
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His aggressive strokeplay gave the team early momentum, while MD Abdullah provided stability in the latter stages with an unbeaten 56 off 64 deliveries.
Despite a brief collapse in the middle order, Bangladesh were lifted by useful contributions from skipper Azizul Hakim (34) and Rifat Beg (31), with the Zimbabwe bowlers struggling to contain the flow of runs.
Brandon Senzere and Simbarashe Mudzengerere claimed two wickets each for Zimbabwe, but the extras tally (21 runs) further hurt their cause.
In reply, Zimbabwe U19 faltered under pressure and were bundled out for 183 in 42.2 overs. Only Nathaniel Hlabangana (53 off 72) stood firm at the top, while Brandon Senzere (26) and Kian Blignaut (23) showed some resistance in the middle.
Bangladesh’s bowling was incisive and disciplined, with Samiun Basir Ratul emerging as the standout, grabbing 3 for 14 in 8.2 overs.
Skipper Azizul and MD Al Fahad also chipped in with two wickets apiece, ensuring Zimbabwe never got close to the target.
