Head To Head Record And Match Overview

Afghanistan's Comfortable Win over Bangladesh in the 1st ODI of Three-Match Series

Head-to-Head Record and Match Overview

Afghanistan secured a comprehensive 7-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the first ODI of their three-match series at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram on Monday. The victory gives Afghanistan a 1-0 lead in the series, with the remaining matches scheduled to be played in Dhaka and Sylhet. This win also extends Afghanistan's lead in the head-to-head record against Bangladesh to 8-6 in 14 ODIs played between the two sides.

Bangladesh, batting first, posted a modest total of 139 in 39.2 overs. Shakib Al Hasan top-scored for the hosts with 30 runs, while Liton Das contributed 25. Afghanistan's bowlers were in excellent form, with Fazalhaq Farooqi (3/24) and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (2/35) claiming key wickets.

In reply, Afghanistan chased down the target comfortably in just 25.3 overs, losing only three wickets in the process. Rahmanullah Gurbaz led the way with a brisk 50 off 46 balls, while Najibullah Zadran added 36 not out.

Conclusion

This victory marks a significant achievement for Afghanistan, who have been in impressive form in recent months. With the series still in its early stages, they will be confident of securing further victories and continuing their impressive run.