In a one-sided encounter at Kolkata\u2019s Eden Gardens on Tuesday, Bangladesh faced a crushing defeat against Pakistan, marking their exit from the World Cup 2023 semifinal contention.<\/p>\n
Despite winning the toss, Bangladesh struggled to set a competitive total, getting bowled out for just 204 runs in 45.1 overs. Pakistan\u2019s bowlers exploited the situation, with Tanzid Hasan falling for a duck in the first over.<\/p>\n
Although Litton Das and Mahmudullah\u2019s partnership briefly revived Bangladesh\u2019s hopes, Litton\u2019s dismissal at 45 disrupted their momentum.<\/p>\n
Mahmudullah\u2019s valiant 56 and contributions from Shakib Al Hasan (43) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (25) pushed Bangladesh past the 200-run mark.<\/p>\n
In reply, Pakistan\u2019s openers, Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique, displayed remarkable prowess, stitching a formidable 128-run partnership for the first wicket. Fakhar, named the Player of the Match, was particularly aggressive, scoring 81 off 74 balls, including seven sixes.<\/p>\n
Abdullah contributed 68 off 69 balls, guiding Pakistan to a comfortable victory with 105 balls to spare. With this win, Pakistan solidified their position in the World Cup and pushed Bangladesh out of the semifinal race.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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