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Captain Litton Das led Bangladesh to a convincing seven-wicket victory against Hong Kong in their Asia Cup opener. His match-winning half-century of 59 runs set the tone for the successful chase of 144 runs. The skipper emphasized how crucial it was to start the tournament with a win after recent strong performances. Bangladesh's improved pace attack and new leg-spinner Rishad Hossain received special mention from the victorious captain.

Key Points: Litton Das Leads Bangladesh to Asia Cup Victory Over Hong Kong

  • Litton Das scored 59 off 39 balls as Player of the Match
  • Bangladesh chased 144 target in 17.4 overs with 7 wickets remaining
  • Skipper emphasized importance of winning tournament opener
  • 95-run partnership between Litton and Towhid Hridoy sealed victory
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Very important to win first game: Bangladesh skipper Litton Das after victory against Hong Kong

Captain Litton Das scores match-winning 59 as Bangladesh defeats Hong Kong by 7 wickets in Asia Cup opener, praising team's pace attack and new leg-spinner.

"Very important to win the first game. Last couple of series, we have played good cricket. - Litton Das"

Abu Dhabi, September 12

Captain Litton Das led from the front with a match-winning half-century as Bangladesh opened their account in the ongoing Asia Cup, defeating Hong Kong by seven wickets in Abu Dhabi. Chasing 144, Bangladesh reached the target in 17.4 overs, with Litton's fluent 59 off 39 deliveries setting up the win.

Litton, who was also adjudged Player of the Match, said the opening victory was crucial for his team.

"Very important to win the first game. Last couple of series, we have played good cricket. But in Asia Cup, little bit of pressure comes automatically (smiles). We played well today," the skipper said, as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

He credited Bangladesh's improved pace attack in recent years and also highlighted the emergence of leg-spinner Rishad Hossain.

"Last couple of years, our pace department has done really well. We were looking for a leg-spinner and Rishad, in the last two or three years," Litton noted.

Speaking about the Abu Dhabi surface, Litton admitted it was not easy to go for big shots straightaway.

"It was not easy to hit every ball, the ground is big so you have to play ones and twos," he explained.

Earlier, Bangladesh lost both openers Parvez Hossain Emon (19) and Tanzid Hasan (14) cheaply before Litton and Towhid Hridoy stitched a decisive 95-run partnership. Hridoy remained unbeaten on 35 to see Bangladesh home.

For Hong Kong, Ateeq Iqbal returned figures of 2/14, but it wasn't enough to stop Bangladesh from clinching their first win of the tournament.

- ANI

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Priya S
Litton's innings was class! 59 off 39 balls is exactly what Bangladesh needed. Hope they carry this momentum forward. The partnership with Hridoy was crucial 👏
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Rohit P
Hong Kong put up a decent fight though! 144 isn't a bad total for an associate team. Ateeq Iqbal's bowling figures of 2/14 were impressive. Associate nations are improving slowly but surely.
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Michael C
As a cricket fan, I appreciate how Bangladesh has developed their pace attack. They used to rely only on spinners, but now they have proper fast bowlers. Good for the game's diversity!
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Shreya B
The openers need to step up though. Losing both cheaply against Hong Kong is concerning. Against stronger teams, this could cost them the match. Hope they work on this before the big games!
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David E
Good to see emerging talent like Rishad Hossain getting recognition. Leg spinners add so much variety to any bowling attack. Looking forward to seeing how he performs against top teams.

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