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Nahid Rana's 5-Wicket Haul Powers Bangladesh to Series-Leveling Win

Bangladesh defeated New Zealand by six wickets in the second ODI to level the three-match series 1-1. Pace bowler Nahid Rana was the star, claiming a career-best 5 for 32 to bowl New Zealand out for 198. In reply, opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim smashed a blistering 76 off 58 balls, sharing a match-winning 120-run stand with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto. The teams will now meet in a decisive third ODI on Wednesday.

Key Points: Bangladesh Beat NZ, Level ODI Series 1-1

  • Nahid Rana takes 5/32
  • Tanzid Hasan scores rapid 76
  • Najmul Hossain Shanto hits steady 50
  • Nick Kelly's 83 in vain
  • Series tied 1-1 ahead of final
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Nahid Rana's 5-wicket haul helps Bangaldesh beat New Zealand by 6 wickets, level series 1-1

Nahid Rana's 5/32 and Tanzid Hasan's 76 lead Bangladesh to a 6-wicket victory over New Zealand, setting up a series decider.

"A sensational five-wicket haul by Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana - Match Report"

Dhaka, April 20

Bangladesh roared back into the three-match series with a comprehensive six-wicket victory over New Zealand in the second ODI at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka on Monday. A sensational five-wicket haul by Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana and half-centuries from Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Najmul Hossain Shanto were the chief architects of the hosts' win.

After winning the toss and electing to bat first, New Zealand found themselves under immediate pressure. Bangladesh's pace trio of Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Nahid Rana made it hard for NZ batters to score. Nahid Rana (5/32 in 10 overs) struck first in the 8th over, getting rid of Henry Nicholls (13).

He then struck against in his very next over by dismissing Will Young (2), reducing New Zealand to 28/2 in 9.1 overs. He then claimed the wicket of Muhammad Abbas (19) in the middle overs and returned in the later stages to scalp the wickets of Dean Foxcroft (15) and Jayden Lennox (0), finishing with career-best figures of 5 for 32.

For New Zealand, Nick Kelly was the lone warrior, fighting a solitary battle with a gritty 83-run knock while no other batter from his team crossed the 20-run mark.

Chasing a modest 199, Bangladesh's innings got off to a shaky start as they lost Saif Hassan (8) and Soumya Sarkar (8) early to Nathan Smith and Will O'Rourke, respectively.

However, Tanzid Hasan Tamim quickly seized the momentum and scored 76 off 58 balls, laced with 10 boundaries and 4 sixes, effectively taking the game away from New Zealand. He shared a crucial 120-run partnership with skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, who played a more measured knock of 50 off 71 balls.

Despite a late mini-collapse where Tanzid and Litton Das (7) fell in quick succession to Jayden Lennox (2/36 in 9 overs), the result was never in doubt. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (30) and Towhid Hridoy (8) guided the team home in the 36th over.

The win levels the three-match series 1-1, following New Zealand's clinical victory in the opening match. With the momentum now firmly with the hosts, both teams will head into the third and final ODI on Wednesday with the trophy on the line.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great to see the young talent shining. Tanzid Hasan Tamim's 76 off 58 was a treat to watch. The partnership with Shanto was crucial. Bangladesh's bench strength is really improving.
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Rohit P
As an Indian fan, I love seeing other Asian teams do well. It raises the standard of cricket in our region. Nick Kelly's 83 was a lone hand in vain. The Kiwis will need to bounce back strong for the decider.
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Sarah B
While the win is comprehensive, I hope the BCB focuses on consistency. They often win one big match and then falter. The real test is winning the series now. All the best for the final!
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Vikram M
Sher-e-Bangla is becoming a fortress for them! The pitch had some help for the pacers and Rana exploited it perfectly. New Zealand's batting, apart from Kelly, was very disappointing. They missed their senior players.
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Michael C
Fantastic fightback. This is why we love ODI cricket. A good bowling performance can change everything. Looking forward to a thrilling series decider on Wednesday.

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