At the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka, New Zealand won the third T20I against Bangladesh by six wickets, thanks to Bevon Jacobs’ explosive performance. After a rocky beginning, Jacobs scored an unbeaten 62 runs off just 31 balls, helping his team chase down a revised target of 103 runs in 11.4 overs.
Bangladesh struggled in their innings, bowled out for only 102 runs in 14.2 overs. Shoriful Islam stood out with the ball for Bangladesh, taking 3 wickets for 19 runs. Despite this, the team could not capitalize on their early breakthroughs.
Jacobs reached his fifty in just 29 balls and finished the match in style with a boundary and a six. His efforts were vital in turning around the game after New Zealand faced a shaky start.
The match was particularly significant as it leveled the series at 1-1, following a rain-out of the second T20I. Litton Das and Tawhid Hridoy showed glimpses of resistance for Bangladesh, but ultimately it was not enough.
Key statistics from the match:
- New Zealand chased down a revised target of 103 runs in just 11.4 overs.
- Bevon Jacobs scored an impressive 62 runs off 31 balls.
- Bangladesh managed only 102 runs in their innings.
- Shoriful Islam took three wickets for Bangladesh.
- Josh Clarkson also claimed three wickets for New Zealand.
The next match will be crucial as both teams aim to gain momentum in this tightly contested series. Fans are eager to see how Bangladesh responds after this defeat and whether they can reclaim their form against a resurgent New Zealand side.
