Bangladesh vs Nepal: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Match 37 Updates

Follow the live updates of the Bangladesh vs Nepal match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Stay tuned for real-time scores, highlights, and key moments from this exciting cricket showdown.

Bangladesh vs Nepal: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Nepal’s Strong Start and Dominant Powerplay in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Stellar Start by Nepal

Nepal entered the match determined to end their tournament on a high note, and they couldn’t have asked for a better beginning. Sompal Kami struck with the very first delivery, dismissing Tanzid Hasan caught and bowled, setting the tone for an exciting contest.

Captain Shanto’s Early Dismissal

In a blow to Bangladesh’s hopes, Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto was bowled out in the second over, adding to their early woes.

Dominant Powerplay by Nepalese Bowlers

Nepal continued their dominance by claiming key wickets in the fifth and sixth overs, restricting Bangladesh to 31/4 by the end of the Powerplay phase.

Bangladesh’s Attempted Recovery

Facing a challenging situation, Bangladesh aimed for a recovery with a cautious approach, pushing past the 50-run mark amidst a more defensive field setup. However, their efforts were hampered by the crucial run-out of Mahmudullah (13 off 13), caused by a miscommunication.

Tigers Struggle at Drinks Break

By the drinks break, Bangladesh found themselves at 57/5, needing significant runs in the remaining overs to revive their chances in the match.

Rohit Paudel’s Crucial Wicket

The momentum continued to favor Nepal as right-arm off-spinner Rohit Paudel delivered a pivotal blow, trapping Shakib Al Hasan (17 off 22) LBW with a sharply turning delivery, further denting Bangladesh’s hopes of a strong comeback.

In a turn of events that compounded Bangladesh’s woes, Sandeep Lamichhane rose to prominence by claiming two crucial wickets, marking a significant milestone in his career. At just 23 years old, the leg-break bowler etched his name in history books with a memorable achievement during his 54th T20 International appearance.

In a dramatic conclusion, Nepal sealed their victory over Bangladesh in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match. The pivotal moment arrived in the 20th over when Rohit Paudel executed a crucial run-out, dismissing Bangladesh for 106 runs. Despite a late surge by the Tigers, adding 18 runs in the final stand, Nepal’s disciplined efforts proved decisive.

Nepal’s Turbulent Run Chase

Nepal faced early challenges in their run chase, encountering setbacks in the initial stages. The third over saw a tense exchange as Tanzim Hasan Sakib delivered a double-wicket maiden, intensifying the pressure on Nepal in St. Vincent. During the Powerplay phase, Nepal stumbled to 24/4, setting themselves a daunting task by the sixth over mark. The dismissal of Sundeep Jora in the following over further compounded their troubles, leaving them in a precarious position at five-for.

Recovery Led by Malla and Airee

However, Kushal Malla and Dipendra Singh Airee emerged as saviors for Nepal, stabilizing their innings and steering the run chase back on track. Their partnership not only steadied the ship but also kept Nepal’s hopes alive within achievable limits.

In a thrilling encounter, the Nepali team fought their way to 42/5 by the drinks break, pushing towards a run-a-ball target. The match hung in the balance until a crucial 16th over changed the momentum. With two boundaries from Malla, the partnership surged past 50, and entering the final four overs, the required run rate dropped to 7.5. Malla’s crucial wicket fell in the 17th over, a loss Nepal could hardly afford after his gritty 27 off 40 balls. However, a well-timed maximum from Airee kept Nepal optimistic as they approached the final two overs, needing 22 runs from 12 balls.

The Decisive Turn

In a dramatic turn of events, Mustafizur Rahman emerged as the match-winner in the 19th over. Against all odds, he delivered a decisive wicket-maiden over, tilting the match in Bangladesh’s favor. This stunning performance not only sealed the match but also propelled Bangladesh into the next round of the T20 World Cup, defending their total of 21 runs—the lowest ever defended successfully in tournament history.

With this victory, Bangladesh charges forward in the tournament, showcasing their resilience and skill on the global cricket stage.