Sat Sep 13 15:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Bangladesh Cruises to Victory Against Hong Kong in Asia Cup Opener

**Abu Dhabi – September 12, 2025 (The Hindu)** – Bangladesh began their Asia Cup campaign with a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Hong Kong at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. A measured and ultimately decisive partnership between Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy led the Tigers to chase down Hong Kong’s total of 143 with relative ease.

Hong Kong, after being put in to bat, managed to post a respectable 143/7 in their 20 overs. Zeeshan Ali (30) and Nizakat Khan (42) provided some stability in the middle overs, building a 41-run partnership after Hong Kong seemingly planned on taking little risks. Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Rishad Hossain each claimed two wickets for Bangladesh, restricting Hong Kong’s ability to accelerate the scoring in the later stages of the innings.

In response, Bangladesh adopted a cautious approach early on, maintaining a steady run rate. Litton Das (59) and Towhid Hridoy (35 not out) formed a crucial third-wicket partnership, showcasing a throwback style of T20 batting focused on minimizing risk and building a foundation. After a period of circumspection, Litton Das unleashed a series of boundaries, shifting the momentum decisively in Bangladesh’s favor. While Litton fell with only two runs needed, Hridoy calmly completed the chase with a single, sealing the victory for Bangladesh.

While Hong Kong exceeded low expectations, Bangladesh ultimately proved too strong.

**Scores:**

Hong Kong 143/7 in 20 overs (Zeeshan Ali 30, Nizakat Khan 42, Taskin Ahmed 2/38, Tanzim Hasan Sakib 2/21, Rishad Hossain 2/31) lost to Bangladesh 144/3 in 17.4 overs (Litton Das 59, Towhid Hridoy 35 n.o., Ateeq Iqbal 2/14).

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