Bangladesh defeated Nepal by 21 runs in a thrilling encounter, while Sri Lanka emerged victorious against the Netherlands in a high-scoring contest at Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet.
Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet witnessed a tense matchup between Bangladesh and Nepal in the T20 World Cup 2024. Bangladesh posted a competitive total of 160/6, thanks to a solid knock of 50 runs from opener Liton Das. Afif Hossain chipped in with a crucial 35 runs.
Nepal responded with a valiant effort, but ultimately fell short by 21 runs. Aasif Sheikh top-scored with 45 runs, while Kushal Bhurtel contributed 30. Bangladeshi bowlers Mustafizur Rahman and Shakib Al Hasan played key roles in restricting Nepal's chase, taking two and three wickets respectively.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Triumph in T20 World Cup 2024 Matchups
In the day's other featured game, Sri Lanka put on a dominant display to defeat the Netherlands by a massive 83 runs. Sri Lanka amassed an impressive total of 195/3, led by an unbeaten 91 runs from opener Pathum Nissanka and a brisk 57 from Kusal Mendis.
The Netherlands faltered in their chase, dismissed for a mere 112 runs. Max O'Dowd top-scored with 25 runs, but found little support from his teammates. Sri Lankan bowlers Lahiru Kumara and Wanindu Hasaranga were in top form, claiming three and two wickets respectively.
With these victories, Bangladesh finished atop Group B with six points, while Sri Lanka secured second place in Group A with four points. Both teams advance to the Super 12 stage of the tournament.
Liton Das (Bangladesh): Half-century (50 runs)
Afif Hossain (Bangladesh): Crucial contribution (35 runs)
Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka): Match-winning knock (91* runs)
Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka): Aggressive half-century (57 runs)
Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh): Two key wickets
Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh): Three crucial wickets
Lahiru Kumara (Sri Lanka): Three wickets
Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka): Two wickets
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka can be proud of their performances in the group stage of the T20 World Cup 2024. With both teams reaching the Super 12 phase, the tournament promises to deliver more exciting and nail-biting cricket matches in the coming days.
