India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant returns to the field after recovering from a near-fatal road accident in 2022, hitting an electrifying half-century in a warm-up match against Bangladesh. The New York crowd was in awe as Pant effortlessly hit three sixes in a single over, showing his prowess against both spinners and pacers. His strong performance in this match may lead to a higher batting position for Pant in the upcoming T20 World Cup, giving India a strong advantage in their first match against Ireland.
Category: Sports Title: T20 World Cup 2024: Bangladesh pulls off a stunning comeback win over Netherlands to boost Super 8 chances On Thursday, Bangladesh faced off against Netherlands in a crucial T20 World Cup 2024 match. After defending a target of 159, thanks to a brilliant all-round performance by veteran Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh secured a 25-run victory. This win also ended Sri Lanka's chances of qualifying for the Super 8 round, as Bangladesh moved up to second place in Group D. In their Playing XI, Bangladesh had a strong team including names such as Litton Das and Mustafizur Rahman, while Netherlands' squad featured Scott Edwards and Paul van Meekeren. This was a thrilling match that kept viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Bangladesh's captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expresses confidence in his team's ability to reach the Super Eights stage of the ICC T20 World Cup, citing their good performances so far. The team will face the Netherlands in a crucial Group D match, with both teams vying for a spot in the next round. Shanto also addresses concerns about all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan's recent form and assures that he is working hard and in good condition for the upcoming match.
In a revealing documentary, Bangladesh star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan opened up about the strained relationship between himself and teammate Tamim Iqbal. He attributed the rift to a comment made by Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief Nazmul Hasan, which sparked controversy and affected their professional partnership. While Tamim downplayed the impact, Shakib highlighted how their busy schedules and growing families also contributed to the distance between them. Despite this, Shakib maintains that they remain professional when playing together for the national team.