Bangladesh defeated Pakistan’s batting lineup by a huge margin in the first match of the T20 series. The visiting batsmen were all out before the 20th over, resulting in a mere 110 runs on the scoreboard. In reply, Parvez Hossain Emon scored an unbeaten 54 runs off 39 balls to secure a 7-wicket win.
However, disappointment was expressed by Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson at the end of the match. He also commented that Fakhar Zaman’s batting style at the beginning gave a wrong interpretation, “We got off to a flying start. Fakhar Zaman played 4-5 great shots. (Fakhar’s batting) probably gave the wrong message about the wicket here. We couldn’t play our way at times. We made some bad decisions. The ball went this way and that a lot. We played some high-risk shots which were very challenging. There were some runouts towards the end.”
Later, however, coach Mike Hesson regretted that the others could not maintain the momentum brought by Fakhar Zaman, saying, “Fakhar gave a good start. He overcame the challenge of the wicket and played some great shots. Later, we could not maintain it. We could not adjust properly.”
Playing on such a wicket is challenging, but we should adapt to it and play well, said the Pakistan coach, “Maybe it (such a wicket) has helped Bangladesh. But I think batting first is challenging. You don’t know which score will be good, 100-130-150. Anyone can get exposed on such a wicket. These apply to everyone. Still, I would say that we should perform better on any wicket. That is what we want as a team going forward.”
FAQ
What happened in the T20 opener between Bangladesh and Pakistan?
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by a big margin in the first T20 match, dominating both with the bat and ball.
Where was the match played?
The match took place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.
Why is the Mirpur wicket being talked about?
The pitch in Mirpur sparked controversy due to its unpredictable bounce and uneven behavior, making it difficult for batters to settle.
How did the pitch affect the game?
The surface appeared to favor the bowlers heavily, leading to quick wickets and making scoring difficult, especially for the visiting team.
Has Mirpur’s pitch been controversial in the past?
Yes, the Mirpur pitch has faced criticism before for being too slow or too spin-friendly, and this match reignited concerns over its quality.
