Fri Oct 03 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Bangladesh Snatch Victory from Jaws of Defeat Against Afghanistan in T20 Opener

**Sharjah, UAE** – Bangladesh secured a thrilling 4-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the first T20I of their three-match series in Sharjah, taking a 1-0 lead. A late-innings collapse nearly derailed the chase, but Nurul Hasan and Rishad Hossain held their nerve to see Bangladesh home.

Chasing a modest target of 152, Bangladesh openers Tanzid Hasan Tamim (51) and Parvez Hossain Emon (54) initially dominated, forging a century stand and reaching 95/0 at the halfway mark. Victory seemed assured until Fareed Ahmad provided Afghanistan a crucial breakthrough.

Leg-spinner Rashid Khan then ignited a dramatic turnaround with a sensational spell, claiming four wickets, including both set openers, for just 18 runs. Afghanistan seized the momentum, reducing Bangladesh to 118/6. However, Nurul Hasan’s quick-fire sixes extinguished any hopes of an Afghan victory.

Earlier, Afghanistan struggled to build momentum, finishing at 151/9. Despite a strong start from Ibrahim Zadran, the Afghan innings faltered. Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 40 provided some stability, and Mohammad Nabi’s late blitz of three sixes helped Afghanistan reach a respectable total. Ultimately, it wasn’t enough.

**Brief Scores:**

* **Afghanistan:** 151/9 in 20 overs (Rahmanullah Gurbaz 40, Mohammad Nabi 38; Rishad Hossain 2/33)
* **Bangladesh:** 153/6 in 18.4 overs (Parvez Hossain Emon 54, Tanzid Hasan Tamim 51; Rashid Khan 4/18)

**Result:** Bangladesh won by 4 wickets.

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