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Pakistan Crush Bangladesh by 128 Runs, Level ODI Series 1-1

Pakistan secured a comprehensive 128-run victory over Bangladesh in a rain-affected second ODI to level the three-match series 1-1. After posting 274 all out, powered by Maaz Sadaqat's 75 and a middle-order partnership, Pakistan's bowlers dismantled the Bangladeshi chase. Sadaqat starred again with the ball, taking 3/23, as Bangladesh was bowled out for just 114. The series will now be decided in the final match on March 15.

Key Points: Pakistan Levels ODI Series vs Bangladesh with 128-Run Win

  • Pakistan levels series 1-1
  • Maaz Sadaqat scores 75, takes 3/23
  • Bangladesh collapses for 114
  • Deciding ODI on March 15
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Pakistan defeat Bangladesh by 128 runs in rain-affected game, level series 1-1

Pakistan defeats Bangladesh by 128 runs in a rain-affected 2nd ODI. Maaz Sadaqat stars with bat and ball as the series is leveled 1-1 ahead of the decider.

"The momentum shifted dramatically in the 39th over. A run-out of Salman Agha triggered a collapse - Match Report"

Dhaka, March 13

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 128 runs in the second ODI of the three-match series, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, on Friday. The win allowed the visitors to level the series 1-1, forcing a decider scheduled for March 15.

After Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and elected to field, Pakistan openers Maaz Sadaqat (75) and Sahibzada Farhan (31) gave an aggressive start, putting together 103 runs for the first wicket.

Following the departure of the openers and Shamyl Hussain (6), a 109-run partnership between Salman Ali Agha (64) and Mohammad Rizwan (44) looked set to propel Pakistan toward a total exceeding 300. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the 39th over. A run-out of Salman Agha triggered a collapse for the visitors as Pakistan lost their final seven wickets for just 43 runs, eventually being bowled out for 274 in 47.3 overs.

Rishad Hossain (3/56) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (2/34) were the standout bowlers for the hosts.

Facing a target of 275, Bangladesh's chase was jolted early by a brilliant opening spell from Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi, along with a contribution from Mohammad Wasim as Pakistan reduced Bangladesh to 15/3 in 4.3 overs.

However, rain interrupted the match with Bangladesh at 27/3 in 6.3 overs. Following the interruption, the match was reduced to 32 overs with a revised DLS target of 243.

Bangladesh struggled to build reasonable partnerships against a disciplined Pakistani bowling attack. Maaz Sadaqat (3/23) followed up his batting heroics by picking up three vital wickets, effectively ending any hopes of a Bangladeshi resurgence.

Bangladesh's innings folded for 114 in 23.3 overs, with Haris Rauf also claiming three wickets to finish off the tail.

Pakistan's win makes the series levelled at 1-1, with the third ODI on March 15 set to be a series-decider.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Maaz Sadaqat was the real star! A solid 75 and then 3 wickets? What an all-round performance. Pakistan's batting collapse from 231/3 to 274 all out was a bit worrying though. They need to work on finishing strong if they want to win the series.
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Rahul R
DLS can be so confusing sometimes! Bangladesh's target went from 275 to 243 in 32 overs. That's a huge ask, almost 7.6 runs per over from the start. They were already 3 down. The rain just sealed their fate. Tough luck for the hosts.
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Priyanka N
Respectful criticism: The article mentions the batting collapse but doesn't really analyze *why* it happened. Was it poor shot selection, great bowling, or pressure? A little more depth would be helpful for cricket fans like us who enjoy the technical side.
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Aman W
Series nicely poised at 1-1! This is what cricket is all about. Bangladesh fought well in the first match, Pakistan came back strong. Hope the final match is a full 50-over game without rain interruptions. May the best team lift the trophy! 🇵🇰🇧🇩
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Kavitha C
Haris Rauf cleaning up the tail is always a pleasure to watch. Raw pace! But honestly, Bangladesh's batting lineup looked clueless after those early wickets. They need to find some stability at the top. Looking forward to the decider from my living room in Mumbai with some chai! ☕

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