Bangladesh didn’t start strong with the ball or the bat, but they found their way to win comfortably against Sri Lanka in the first ODI in Chattogram.
Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto played exceptionally well, scoring his personal best. Mushfiqur Rahim also played a crucial role, scoring an unbeaten 73 runs. Mahmudullah Riyad’s contribution during the chase was also noteworthy.
Mushfiqur praised Riyad and Shanto for their partnership, which helped stabilize the innings. Despite a shaky start, Shanto and Mahmudullah’s partnership turned things around. Later, Mushfiqur and Shanto’s partnership sealed the win for Bangladesh.
Mushfiqur highlighted Mahmudullah’s experience and Shanto’s leadership skills. Shanto, recently appointed as the captain across all formats, showed his mettle with a brilliant innings.
Mushfiqur believes that players like Shanto perform better under pressure and responsibility. He praised Shanto’s ability to handle challenges and lead from the front.
Shanto’s innings was characterized by his ability to capitalize on loose deliveries. Mushfiqur expressed confidence in Shanto’s continuous improvement and emphasized his focus on team success.
Overall, Bangladesh’s victory was a result of collective effort and strong partnerships, especially led by Shanto’s captaincy and Riyad’s contribution.