Afghanistan won the 1st ODI against Bangladesh in the UAE by 5 wickets, successfully chasing 222 runs. Strong middle order performances and disciplined bowling helped Afghanistan secure a convincing victory after Bangladesh set a modest target.
| Match Summary | Details |
|---|---|
| Teams | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh |
| Match | 1st ODI (UAE) |
| Afghanistan Score | 226/5 (47.1 overs) |
| Bangladesh Score | 221/10 (48.5 overs) |
| Result | Afghanistan won by 5 wickets |
Bangladesh suffered a batting collapse in the first ODI, managing just 221 runs after electing to bat first in Abu Dhabi. Despite a spirited bowling effort especially from spinners Tanvir Islam and Mehedi Hasan Miraz the total proved insufficient as Afghanistan secured victory by five wickets, led by a composed partnership between Azmatullah Omarzai and Hashmatullah Shahidi.
After winning the toss, Bangladesh opted to bat but failed to capitalize early on. Openers Tanzid Tamim (10) and debutant Saif Hasan (26) fell cheaply, while Nazmul Hossain Shanto managed only 2 runs. Reduced to 25 for 2, Bangladesh’s recovery came through Towhid Hridoy and Mehedi Hasan Miraz, who added 101 runs for the fourth wicket.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh: Hridoy looked confident after a cautious start, reaching his fifty off 75 balls before being run out for 56. Miraz followed soon after a well-made 60 off 74 balls, leaving Bangladesh once again vulnerable. The lower order offered little resistance Zakir Hasan (10) and Nurul Hasan Sohan (7) departed cheaply—as the team folded for 221 in 48.5 overs.
In reply, Afghanistan got off to a steady start through Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal, adding 52 runs for the opening stand. Tanvir Islam and Miraz then brought Bangladesh back into contention, dismissing both openers and later removing Rahmat Shah (50) and Rahmanullah Gurbaz (50) in quick succession.
However, any hopes of a Bangladesh comeback faded when Azmatullah Omarzai (40 off 44) and skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi guided Afghanistan home with a crucial partnership. Despite the spinners’ efforts to contain the scoring rate, Afghanistan reached the target comfortably in 47.1 overs.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh: It was a story of missed opportunities for Bangladesh batting failures overshadowing a disciplined bowling effort while Afghanistan showcased composure and depth to take a 1–0 lead in the ODI series.