Bangladesh vs Afghanistan T20 Match LIVE Cricket Score Updates: In a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 T20 encounter, Bangladesh defended 154/5 against Afghanistan, who fell short by 8 runs, finishing at 146 all out in their 20 overs. The match showcased powerful hitting from Bangladesh batters and disciplined bowling that put the Afghan chase under constant pressure.
Asia Cup, 2025
Bangladesh
154/5 (20.0)
Afghanistan
146 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 9 )
Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 8 runs
anzid Hasan’s 52 Powers Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s innings was anchored by an explosive 52 off 31 balls from Tanzid Hasan, complemented by Saif Hassan’s 30 off 28 balls. “I just tried to keep it simple and execute my plans when I got the ball in my hand,” said Kuldeep Yadav after the game. Towhid Hridoy also contributed with a quickfire 26, while Litton Das and Shamim Hossain added valuable support. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Bangladesh managed to post a competitive total thanks to timely boundaries and clever rotation of strike.
Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed Put Afghanistan Under Pressure
Chasing 155, Afghanistan struggled from the outset, losing Sediqullah Atal for a duck in the first over to Nasum Ahmed. Rahmanullah Gurbaz attempted to anchor the innings with 35 off 31 balls, but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals. Mustafizur Rahman emerged as the key bowler, finishing with figures of 3/28 from 4 overs, while Taskin Ahmed also picked up 2 wickets for 34 runs. “It was a good team effort; we stuck to our plans and it paid off,” said Mustafizur post-match.
Late blows from Rashid Khan (20 off 11) and Azmatullah Omarzai (30 off 16) gave Afghanistan hope, but run-outs and timely boundaries by Bangladesh’s fielders sealed the game. Nurul Hasan and Jaker Ali’s efforts behind the stumps proved crucial in cutting down crucial runs and effecting run-outs at key moments.
Bangladesh’s all-round performance with the bat and ball ensured a memorable victory over a strong Afghan side, highlighting the depth and balance of their T20 lineup.
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Noor Ahmad departs for 14 off 9 balls, hitting two sixes, caught by Nurul Hasan off Taskin Ahmed. Afghanistan are all out for 146, handing Bangladesh a comprehensive win by 9 runs.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Noor Ahmad Hits Another Six
Taskin Ahmed delivers, and Noor Ahmad launches it over the boundary for a huge six, adding crucial runs for Afghanistan in the late stages of the chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Noor Ahmad Smashes a Six
Taskin Ahmed bowls, and Noor Ahmad clears the boundary for a massive six, giving Afghanistan a glimmer of hope in a tense finish.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Afghanistan Suffer Another Blow, Ghazanfar Out for a Duck
AM Ghazanfar is dismissed for 0 off 1 ball, caught by Litton Das off the bowling of Mustafizur Rahman. Afghanistan slump further to 128 for 9, deepening the pressure in the chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Rashid Khan Falls, Afghanistan Lose Key Wicket
Rashid Khan departs for 20 off 11 balls, hitting two fours and a six. Mustafizur Rahman claims the wicket as Taskin Ahmed takes the catch, leaving Afghanistan in deep trouble at 128 for 8.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Afghanistan Stumble to 128/7 After 18 Overs
At the end of 18 overs, Afghanistan are 128 for 7, with a required run rate climbing to 13.50 as they chase 155. Rashid Khan remains the mainstay on 16 from 9 balls, including a four and a six, while Noor Ahmad is on 2 from 3 deliveries. Nasum Ahmed has picked up 2 wickets for 11 runs in 4 overs, and Mustafizur Rahman has claimed 1 wicket for 23 runs in 3 overs.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Karim Janat Run Out, Afghanistan Lose Another Wicket
Karim Janat departs for 6 off 8 balls as he is run out by Litton Das off the throw from Nasum Ahmed. Afghanistan slip to 124 for 7, adding pressure in the final overs of their chase.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Afghanistan Keep Momentum After Quickfire Over
At the end of 17 overs, Afghanistan are 124 for 6, with a run rate of 7.29 and needing 31 runs from 18 balls. Rashid Khan has been aggressive, scoring 14 from 7 balls with a boundary and a six, while Karim Janat is on 6 from 7 deliveries. Mustafizur Rahman has picked up 1 wicket for 23 runs in 3 overs, and Taskin Ahmed has also claimed 1 wicket for 21 runs in his 3 overs.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Rashid Khan Finds the Boundary
Mustafizur Rahman bowls, and Rashid Khan drives it cleanly through the off-side for four runs, keeping Afghanistan on track in the chase.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Rashid Khan Blasts a Six Off Mustafizur
Mustafizur Rahman bowls, and Rashid Khan launches it over the boundary for a huge six, injecting crucial momentum into Afghanistan’s chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Taskin Strikes, Azmatullah Omarzai Departs
Azmatullah Omarzai falls for 30 off 16 balls, hitting one four and three sixes. Taskin Ahmed gets the wicket as Nurul Hasan takes a sharp catch, delivering a crucial breakthrough for Bangladesh.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Azmatullah Smashes Another Six
Taskin Ahmed bowls a short delivery, and Azmatullah Omarzai pulls it powerfully over the midwicket region for a massive six, keeping Afghanistan in the hunt.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Afghanistan Reach 102/5 After 15 Overs
At the end of 15 overs, Afghanistan are 102 for 5, with a run rate of 6.80 and needing 53 runs from 30 balls. Azmatullah Omarzai has been the key contributor with 24 from 13 balls, including a four and two sixes, while Karim Janat is on 4 from 5 deliveries. Rishad Hossain has been effective with the ball, picking up 2 wickets for 18 runs in 4 overs, and Saif Hassan has bowled 3 overs for 39 runs.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Janat Rotates Strike with a Single
Rishad Hossain bowls a slider on the pads, and Karim Janat tucks it away to deep midwicket, completing a quick single with smart running between the wickets.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Azmatullah Clears the Ropes for a Six
Saif Hassan delivers, and Azmatullah Omarzai smashes the ball over the boundary for a massive six, injecting momentum back into Afghanistan’s innings.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Azmatullah Hits a Boundary
Saif Hassan bowls, and Azmatullah Omarzai drives it crisply through the off-side for four runs, adding valuable runs to Afghanistan’s total.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Mustafizur Strikes, Mohammad Nabi Dismissed
Mohammad Nabi departs for 15 off 15 balls, including a six, as Mustafizur Rahman gets him out. Afghanistan lose another key wicket in their chase, slowing their momentum.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Nabi Rotates Strike with a Single
Mustafizur Rahman delivers a hard-length ball, and Mohammad Nabi guides it square past the ring fielder to take a single, keeping the scoreboard ticking for Afghanistan.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Afghanistan Make Small Gains, Nabi Leads the Charge
At the end of 12 overs, Afghanistan are 75 for 4, with a run rate of 6.25 and needing 80 runs from 48 balls. Mohammad Nabi has been the aggressor, scoring 14 from 10 balls, including a six, while Azmatullah Omarzai is on 2 from 5 deliveries. Saif Hassan has bowled 2 overs for 19 runs, and Rishad Hossain has picked up 2 wickets for 13 runs in 3 overs.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Nabi Smashes a Six Off Saif Hassan
Saif Hassan bowls, and Mohammad Nabi clears the boundary with a powerful strike, sending the ball over the ropes for six runs, giving Afghanistan a much-needed boost in their chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Afghanistan Stumble to 64/4 After 11 Overs
After 11 overs, Afghanistan are 64 for 4, with a required run rate climbing to 10.11 as they chase 155. Mohammad Nabi is at the crease on 4 from 6 balls, while Azmatullah Omarzai is on 1 from 3 deliveries. Rishad Hossain continues to impress, picking up 2 wickets for 13 runs in 3 overs, and Saif Hassan has conceded 8 runs in his single over.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Big Wicket for Bangladesh, Gurbaz Departs
Rahmanullah Gurbaz falls for 35 off 31 balls, including two fours and two sixes, caught by Jaker Ali off the bowling of Rishad Hossain. A crucial breakthrough for Bangladesh in Afghanistan’s chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Afghanistan 61/3 After 10 Overs, Gurbaz Holds the Fort
At the end of 10 overs, Afghanistan are 61 for 3, with a run rate of 6.10 and needing 94 runs from 60 balls. Rahmanullah Gurbaz continues to anchor the innings, scoring 35 from 30 balls, including two boundaries and two sixes, while Mohammad Nabi is on 2 from 4 deliveries. Saif Hassan has bowled 1 over for 8 runs, and Rishad Hossain has conceded 10 runs in his 2 overs.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Gurbaz Smashes a Huge Six
Saif Hassan bowls a quicker, fuller-length delivery on the stumps, but Rahmanullah Gurbaz makes room and lofts it over long off for a towering six, adding a big blow to Afghanistan’s chase.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Afghanistan Lose Gulbadin, Gurbaz Leads the Chase
At the end of nine overs, Afghanistan are 53 for 3, with a run rate of 5.88 and needing 102 runs from 66 balls. Rahmanullah Gurbaz is the mainstay at the crease, scoring 28 from 26 balls, including two boundaries and a six, while Mohammad Nabi is on 1 from 2 deliveries. Rishad Hossain has picked up 1 wicket for 10 runs in 2 overs, and Shamim Hossain has conceded 16 runs in his 1 over.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Rishad Hossain Claims Wicket, Gulbadin Out Caught and Bowled
Rishad Hossain strikes as Gulbadin Naib is dismissed for 16 off 14 balls, including two fours. The Afghanistan batter is caught and bowled by Rishad, giving Bangladesh another crucial breakthrough.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Gurbaz Smashes a Six Over Long Off
Shamim Hossain bowls, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz lofts the ball in the air, sending it just over long off for a massive six, adding valuable runs to Afghanistan’s total.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Gulbadin Naib Hits Another Boundary
Shamim Hossain bowls, and Gulbadin Naib drives it cleanly through the off-side for four runs, adding to Afghanistan’s total.
BAN vs AFG Live Cricket Score: Gurbaz Rotates Strike with a Couple
Rishad Hossain bowls, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz works the ball carefully to take two runs, keeping the scoreboard ticking for Afghanistan.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Score: Afghanistan Make Slow Progress After Early Wickets
At the end of six overs, Afghanistan are 27 for 2, with a run rate of 4.50 and needing 128 runs from 84 balls. Rahmanullah Gurbaz has scored 13 from 16 balls, including two boundaries, while Gulbadin Naib is on 7 from 7 deliveries with one four. Mustafizur Rahman has bowled 1 over for 7 runs, and Nasum Ahmed remains the standout bowler with 2 wickets for 7 runs in 3 overs.