Najmul Hossain Shanto, captain of Bangladesh, was effusive in his team’s accomplishments following their inaugural Twenty20 triumph over New Zealand in Napier, New Zealand, today, the first match of a three-match series.
“I was ecstatic and extremely pleased with the way we performed today,” Shanto exclaimed promptly following his team’s five-wicket victory.
Pacer Shoriful Islam (3-26 runs) and off-spinner Mahedi Hasan (3-14 runs) both bowled exceptionally well in the opening few overs, assisting in the Tigers’ victory by restricting the Kiwis to 134-9.
Shanto attributed the success of his bowlers’ strategy execution and adaptation to the conditions.
Critically essential is the fact that they acquire knowledge rapidly. Shakib bowled exceptionally well with the new ball, Shoriful. Under these circumstances, Sheikh Mahedi bowled exceptionally well.
A efficient 19 from player-of-the-match Mahedi and an unblemished 42 from Liton Das helped them win the match with eight balls remaining.
Shanto, who led Bangladesh to their inaugural One-Day International victory over the Kiwis last week at the same venue in New Zealand, now desires for his squad to concentrate on the next two matches, during which they can secure their first series victory in the country.
“The lads are now extremely self-assured. Yet, preparations must be made for the upcoming Twenty20, and I sincerely hope that all participants fulfill their responsibilities.