Bangladesh registered a significant victory by a 25-run margin over the Netherlands in Match 27 of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown on Thursday (June 13). Shakib Al Hasan played a pivotal role, contributing a gritty 64 runs off 46 balls to propel his side to a competitive total of 159/5.

Shakib’s innings proved crucial as he anchored Bangladesh’s batting effort with resilience and skill. His composed knock ensured that Bangladesh posted a challenging score on the board, providing a solid foundation for their bowlers to defend. In response, the Netherlands struggled to mount a successful chase against Bangladesh’s bowling attack. Despite efforts from their batters, the Netherlands could only manage to score 134/8, falling short by 25 runs in the end. Rishad Hossain emerged as the standout performer for the Netherlands with his effective bowling, claiming three prized wickets.

Shakib Al Hasan leads with a pivotal knock

In the match, batting first, Bangladesh faced early setbacks with quick wickets falling. Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto departed early, followed by Litton Das, leaving Bangladesh struggling at 23/2. However, Tanzid Hasan steadied the innings with a brisk 35 off 26 deliveries, including 5 fours and 1 six. The middle order was anchored by Shakib’s unbeaten 64 off 46 balls, a crucial innings that included 9 boundaries and propelled Bangladesh to a competitive total of 159/5 in their 20 overs. Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah also contributed valuable runs to bolster the score.

The Netherlands bowlers put in a disciplined effort to restrict Bangladesh’s batting lineup. Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren were standout performers, both claiming 2 wickets each while maintaining economical spells. Tim Pringle and Logan van Beek also chipped in with crucial breakthroughs, although Bangladesh managed to set a challenging target with their late-order flourish.

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Netherlands’ struggle against Rishad Hossain

Chasing 160 for victory, the Netherlands faced early setbacks as they lost Michael Levitt and Max O’Dowd cheaply. Vikramjit Singh provided some momentum with a quickfire 26 off 16 balls, but the middle order struggled against Bangladesh’s bowling attack. Sybrand Engelbrecht’s 33 off 22 balls briefly revived their hopes, but regular wickets fell at crucial junctures. Dutt’s unbeaten 15 off 12 balls was not enough to overhaul the target, as the Netherlands finished at 134/8 in their allotted 20 overs.

Bangladesh’s bowlers showcased excellent discipline and control throughout the innings. Taskin Ahmed and Rishad were the chief destroyers, both picking up 2 wickets each with economical spells to apply pressure on the Netherlands’ batters. Mustafizur Rahman also contributed effectively to restrict scoring opportunities and ultimately seal the victory.

Here’s how Twitter reacted: 

Shakib Al Hasan earns the Player of the Match award for his unbeaten 64*(46) 🇧🇩👏#BCB #Cricket #BANvNED #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/Mk92BcK6Xx

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) June 13, 2024

Not his best innings. Never seen him struggling so much to score a fifty. Nonetheless what an important innings he has played, once again, for Bangladesh.

Shakib Al Hasan is not done yet. He is done when he says he is done. pic.twitter.com/rzkFIA8Xhh

— ahmed 🇧🇩🍉 (@nahiyansays) June 13, 2024

Shakib Al Hasan smashes an 64* runs off 46 balls against Netherlands. A spectacular knock by the 37-year-old legend 🇧🇩🔥🔥

Well played, Shakib! 👏#ShakibAlHasan #BANvNED #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/6JziuYSb2q

— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) June 13, 2024

Shakib Ul Hassan smashed 64 in just 46🔥 pic.twitter.com/9WDOnLRXFz

— Muzamal Dhother🇵🇰 (@Sust_insaan) June 13, 2024

Shakib Al Hasan led Bangladesh to a competitive total of 159/4 with a 64-run knock. 👍A rare standout performance for Shakib in recent times! pic.twitter.com/yEFTGsYPEf

— Nazmus Sajid Chowdhury (@nazmussajid) June 13, 2024

Shakib Al Hasan standing tall in a must-win game in his 400th T20 innings with the bat. He becomes the 12th player to bat in 400 or more T20 Innings.

Was wearing a neck guard just before the game started. pic.twitter.com/tR4mnHnRR0

— Rᴀɪᴋᴀᴛ  (@OverMidWicket) June 13, 2024

Shakib Al Hasan started his career in 2006, even after 18 long years, he is standing tall for Tigers and scored an important fifty against Netherlands 👌

– A legend of the game. pic.twitter.com/nCTl9qdMPh

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 13, 2024

Kudos to Bangladesh think tank for backing Rishad Hossain given their reluctance to play specialist wrist spinners in the past. He has repaid the faith turning two matches on its head this competition already.

— Deepu Narayanan (@deeputalks) June 13, 2024

Can literally see CSK get hold of Rishad Hossain & let go of Maheesh Theekshana. I’ve not watched today but I’ve watched him in the other 2 games. He’s better than scamranga.

— Pradhyoth (@Pradhyoth1) June 13, 2024

Bangladesh defeated the Netherlands by 25 runs 🏏

Scorecard: : https://t.co/YmwrQUeIFy#cricket #T20WorldCup #BANvNED #BangladeshCricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/pxazPwnbZQ

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 13, 2024

Not our day. 😞#Nordek #T20WorldCup #NedvBan pic.twitter.com/yhplIDI4bC

— Cricket🏏Netherlands (@KNCBcricket) June 13, 2024

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