Soumya Sarkar propels Bangladesh to a competitive total
Bangladesh’s innings was highlighted by a sensational century from Soumya Sarkar, who played a stellar knock of 169 runs off 151 balls. Sarkar’s innings was a masterclass in strokeplay, featuring an impressive 22 fours and 2 sixes. Despite his heroic efforts, the New Zealand bowlers, led by Jacob Duffy and William O’Rourke, maintained their composure and took crucial wickets to limit Bangladesh’s total.
Duffy was the pick of the bowlers for New Zealand, claiming three wickets, while O’Rourke matched his performance, also taking three crucial wickets. Adam Milne, Josh Clarkson, and Adithya Ashok chipped in with a wicket each, contributing to Bangladesh being bowled out for 291 runs.
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Batters shine as New Zealand seal the series
Chasing a target of 292 runs, New Zealand’s batters displayed exceptional form, securing a comfortable victory by reaching 296/3 in 46.2 overs. Will Young played a pivotal role in the chase, crafting a well-compiled innings of 89 runs. Henry Nicholls also provided strong support with his sensational knock of 95 runs, steering New Zealand towards victory.
The Bangladesh bowlers struggled to contain the New Zealand batters, with Shoriful Islam and Hasan Mahmud being the only wicket-takers, claiming one wicket each. Despite their efforts, New Zealand’s batters dominated the proceedings, and Tom Latham’s side secured a convincing 7-wicket win.
While Sarkar’s century went in vain, New Zealand’s overall team effort, especially with the bat, solidified their dominance in the series. With this win, the Black Caps have now taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match series.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
A 7 wicket and Dulux ODI Series win in NelsonHenry Nicholls (95), Will Young (89) and Rachin Ravindra (45) leading the batting effort. Catch up on the scores | https://t.co/M3gD9x3CYG. #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/kLvQEdhJcY
— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) December 20, 2023
Highest scores by Asian batters in SENA countries against SENA
– 𝙁𝙖𝙠𝙝𝙖𝙧 𝙕𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣
*- Rohit Sharma
– Soumya Sarkar
Unfortunately, All these innings came in losing cause!#FakharZaman | #TeamFakharZaman pic.twitter.com/DXsJm3CKc4
— Team Fakhar Zaman(@TeamFakhar_39) December 20, 2023
Bangladesh Tour of New Zealand
BangladeshNew Zealand | 2nd ODI
Player of the Match:
Soumya Sarkar | 169(151) Runs#BCB | #Cricket | #BANvNZ pic.twitter.com/yQh8d4ZH8V
— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) December 20, 2023
"Soumya Sarkar lights up Saxton Oval with a special knock, earning well-deserved applause from the crowd!
— Hemant ( Sports Active ) (@hemantbhavsar86) December 20, 2023
Soumya Sarkar smashed his 3rd ODI169[151]
– This is the highest individual innings by a Bangladeshi batsman against New Zealand. pic.twitter.com/bqjndHF0B6
— Dr Crickter (@drcrickter) December 20, 2023
A comfortable chase for New Zealand sees them take a 2-0 lead in the ODI series against Bangladeshhttps://t.co/KV5CY0xN4q pic.twitter.com/jiqwRt5Ioo
— ICC (@ICC) December 20, 2023
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