By Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto admitted that losing five wickets in the Powerplay cost them the game against India. The Tigers were reeling at 35 for five after 8.3 overs, with only Tanzid Hasan Tamim reaching double figures. However, Towhid Hridoy’s maiden ODI century and his record 154-run partnership with Jaker Ali helped Bangladesh post 229. Despite their efforts, dropped catches, including Jaker missing KL Rahul on nine, proved costly. India comfortably chased the target with 21 balls to spare, led by Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 101. Shanto acknowledged the batting fightback but stressed the need for early wickets and better fielding to turn results in their favor.
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Source : The Daily Star
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