Bangladesh was held to 236/9 in 50 overs by New Zealand’s disciplined bowling effort after they won the toss and chose to bowl first. With scores of 4/26, Michael Bracewell was the most impressive player with the ball. William O’Rourke was also instrumental, taking two wickets for 48 runs. Jaker Ali’s 45 off 55 balls and Najmul Hossain Shanto’s stoic 77 off 110 balls served as the cornerstones of Bangladesh’s innings.
As a result, New Zealand suffered an early defeat, losing openers Kane Williamson and Will Young at a steep price of 15/2. But Rachin Ravindra spearheaded the comeback with a century that broke all previous records, smashing 112 off 105 balls with 12 fours and a six. He stitched a 57-run partnership with Devon Conway (30) and a match-winning 129-run partnership with Tom Latham (55), demonstrating the importance of partnerships. With 23 balls remaining, the Kiwis crossed the finish line thanks to Glenn Phillips (21*) and Bracewell (11*).
In response to Rachin’s knock, Santner showered the little batter with praise, stating, “I guess he is doing Rachin things.” He adores ICC gatherings. He seems to have never quit the game. Although he wasn’t as smooth as he would have preferred, he is difficult to stop once he starts going. He also had solid partnerships.
Santner praised his team’s bowling and batting efforts while also acknowledging Bangladesh’s challenge. It’s good to be eligible. Although we were aware that Bangladesh would be difficult, he praised the way we used the ball to rally.
With this victory, Bangladesh and Pakistan are eliminated from the competition, while India and New Zealand, who have both won two straight games, have guaranteed their places in the semifinals. “It will be a different challenge on a different surface,” Santner said, referring to their last group-stage match against India on March 2. possibly slower.
Bracewell was named the “Player of the Match” for his outstanding bowling effort.
Now that they have momentum, the Kiwis will try to improve against India before moving on to the coveted tournament’s final stage.
