Hridoy stars as Bangladesh beat New Zealand in T20 series opener
Chasing the target of 183 runs, Bangladesh recovered from early pressure with a composed yet aggressive innings from Hridoy, who smashed 51 runs off just 27 balls.
Towhid Hridoy plays an attacking shot during his match-winning innings against New Zealand in the T20 series opener at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram today, 27 April 2026. Photo: Collected
Towhid Hridoy delivered a brilliant performance as Bangladesh secured a dominating six-wicket victory over New Zealand in the opening match of the T20 series at Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram today (27 April).
Chasing the target of 183 runs, Bangladesh recovered from early pressure with a composed yet aggressive innings from Hridoy, who smashed 51 runs off just 27 balls. His match-winning knock anchored the chase and put the hosts firmly in control.
Hridoy found strong support in Parvez Hossain Emon, as the duo stitched together a crucial 57-run partnership in just 28 balls. Their quickfire stand turned the momentum in Bangladesh's favour and effectively sealed the game.
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