Bangladesh Thrash Pakistan in Mirpur ODI – Rana’s Five-Wicket Haul Leads to Historic Win

Mirpur, Dhaka – Bangladesh secured a dominant eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the first ODI of their three-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Friday, March 13, 2026. The match was highlighted by a sensational five-wicket haul from Bangladesh’s Nahid Rana and a blistering unbeaten knock from Tanzid Hasan, leading Pakistan to their lowest-ever ODI total against Bangladesh.

Pakistan Collapses to Historic Low

Pakistan was bowled out for a paltry 114 runs, marking their lowest ODI score against Bangladesh and breaking a 27-year record according to MSN. Nahid Rana was the chief architect of Pakistan’s downfall, claiming five wickets and dismantling the batting lineup.

Rana’s Devastating Spell

Fast bowler Nahid Rana delivered a career-best performance, taking five wickets and spearheading Bangladesh’s attack. Rana’s disciplined and relentless bowling proved too much for the Pakistani batsmen, who struggled to cope with the conditions and the pressure. ESPNcricinfo reports Rana’s performance as pivotal in securing the win.

Tanzid Hasan’s Blitz

Chasing a modest target of 115, Bangladesh made light work of the run chase, reaching the target in just 15.1 overs with eight wickets in hand. Opener Tanzid Hasan played a fearless and unbeaten innings, dominating the Pakistani bowlers and ensuring a comfortable victory for the hosts. Cricketory highlighted Hasan’s aggressive approach as key to the swift chase.

Key Players and Teams

• Bangladesh: Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (W), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Tawhid Hridoy, Afif Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana
• Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Shamyl Hussain, Mohammad Rizwan (W), Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, Abdul Samad, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (C), Mohammad Wasim, Haris Rauf

Match Details

Toss: Bangladesh chose to field.

Series: Pakistan tour of Bangladesh, 3 ODIs, 2026

Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka

Umpires: Adrian Holdstock (SA), Tanvir Ahmed (BAN) and Kumar Dharmasena (SL)

Match Referee: Neeyamur Rashid (BAN)

Date: Fri, 13th Mar 2026 IndiaToday

What’s Next?

The second ODI of the series is scheduled to be played at the same venue, with Bangladesh looking to capitalize on their momentum and Pakistan aiming to bounce back from this disappointing defeat.