Bangladesh reached 107 for 2 in 17 overs against Australia in the first One Day International at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, on Tuesday. Opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim struck a fluent half-century, his seventh in ODIs, to anchor the innings after Australia elected to bowl first.
Match Overview
Australia captain Josh Inglis won the toss and opted to field, citing moisture in the pitch that could assist the fast bowlers early on. Inglis admitted the surface was largely unknown and stressed the importance of adapting quickly. The match also marked the international debut of all-rounder Liam Scott, while Xavier Bartlett returned to bolster the pace attack.
Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz remained confident despite being asked to bat first. He highlighted his team's strong performances in recent series and backed his players to continue that momentum. Mehidy described the wicket as good for batting but warned that the opening 10 overs would be crucial in determining the course of the contest.
Bangladesh Innings
Bangladesh got off to a steady start, but Nathan Ellis provided the early breakthrough by dismissing Saif Hassan. However, Tanzid Hasan and Najmul Hossain Shanto then added a solid 96-run partnership for the second wicket. Tanzid reached his fifty off 41 balls, showcasing positive stroke play. He was eventually dismissed for 50 off 42 balls, caught by Xavier Bartlett off Nathan Ellis.
Najmul Hossain Shanto remained unbeaten on 46 off 52 balls, while Litton Das was on 1 not out. At the 17-over mark, Bangladesh were 107 for 2, with the run rate just above six.
Bowling Performance
Nathan Ellis was the pick of the Australian bowlers, taking 2 for 19 in his four overs. Liam Scott, on debut, bowled four overs for 27 runs without success. Matthew Short and Cameron Green also bowled economically but failed to take wickets.
Playing XIs
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wicketkeeper), Towhid Hridoy, Mosaddek Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (captain), Tanvir Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana.
Australia: Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper/captain), Cooper Connolly, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, Liam Scott, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa.
Key Moments
- Nathan Ellis dismissed Tanzid Hasan with a clever slower ball, ending a 96-run stand.
- Tanzid Hasan reached his 7th ODI fifty off 41 balls.
- Najmul Hossain Shanto hit four boundaries in his unbeaten knock.
- Liam Scott made his international debut for Australia.
What's Next
Bangladesh will look to build on their solid start and post a competitive total. Australia, on the other hand, will aim to break the partnership and restrict the hosts to a manageable score.
