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Bangladesh Concedes ODI Series to Zimbabwe After 13-Run Loss in 2nd Match

Bangladesh conceded the three-match ODI series with a match to spare after suffering a 13-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the second ODI at the Harare Sports Club.

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Bangladesh slumped to a series defeat after a 13-run loss to Zimbabwe in the second One Day International (ODI) at the Harare Sports Club. Chasing 248 for victory, Bangladesh were bowled out for 234 in 48.1 overs, continuing their batting struggles following the 25-run loss in the opening ODI.

Batting Struggles Continue

Towhid Hridoy top-scored with 60, while opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim made 57. However, both innings came at a cautious pace, allowing Zimbabwe to regain control. Zimbabwe captain Richard Ngarava led the fightback with 3-55 after Bangladesh appeared to be cruising.

Early Setbacks for Bangladesh

Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani struck early by removing Soumya Sarkar for 5, and Brad Evans dismissed Najmul Hossain Shanto for 9, reducing Bangladesh to 38-2. Tanzid and Hridoy rebuilt the innings with an 84-run stand for the third wicket, putting Bangladesh in a commanding position.

Middle-Order Collapse

Brian Bennett ended the partnership by dismissing Tanzid, who struck five fours and a six in his 70-ball 57. Hridoy then added 47 runs with Nurul Hasan Sohan, who contributed 38, before Wessly Madhevere broke the stand by removing the Bangladesh batter. Ngarava dealt Bangladesh a decisive blow by dismissing Sohan and Mosaddek Hossain Saikat in quick succession to trigger a middle-order collapse.

Zimbabwe's Strong Finish

Earlier, fast bowler Taskin Ahmed gave Bangladesh a dream start, striking twice inside the opening three overs to leave Zimbabwe reeling at 8-2. Nahid Rana, who claimed a Bangladesh record 6-21 in the first ODI despite the defeat, then removed captain Craig Ervine as Zimbabwe slipped to 32-3. Opener Ben Curran anchored the recovery with an unbeaten 111 off 135 balls, hitting nine fours. Brad Evans blasted an unbeaten 58 off just 38 deliveries, smashing two fours and five sixes, as Zimbabwe plundered 60 runs in the final five overs to finish on 247-6.

Disappointing Tour for Bangladesh

The defeat followed Bangladesh's innings and 85-run loss in the preceding one-off Test, extending a disappointing tour of Zimbabwe. Bangladesh will look to salvage some pride in the final ODI, scheduled for July 11 at the Harare Sports Club.

Source: BSS

FAQ

What was the target set by Zimbabwe in the second ODI?
Zimbabwe set a target of 248 runs for Bangladesh.
Who were the top performers for Bangladesh in the match?
Towhid Hridoy top-scored with 60, and Tanzid Hasan Tamim made 57.
What was the key moment in the match for Zimbabwe?
Richard Ngarava's 3-55 and Brad Evans' unbeaten 58 off 38 balls were crucial for Zimbabwe.

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