International cricket made a comeback to Arnos Vale Stadium in Kingstown after nearly a decade, with Bangladesh and Netherlands facing off in a pivotal Group D match. Both teams aimed to secure a place in the Super 8 round with a win today.
The Netherlands won the toss and opted to field first, asking Bangladesh to bat. The Tigers began well but also suffered regular setbacks. However, experienced players Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmadullah took charge, forming an unbeaten 41-run partnership for the fifth wicket, putting Bangladesh in a strong position.
Meanwhile, Shakib, after scoring his 13th T20I fifty against the Dutch, became visibly upset on the field and got involved in a heated dispute with the on-field umpire regarding a potential wide call.
In the 16th over, on the fourth delivery, Van Beek delivered a sharp bouncer to Mahmudullah. The umpire ruled it as a legal delivery and indicated a ‘First Bounce’ gesture. However, Shakib, positioned at the non-striker’s end, disagreed with the decision and engaged in an argument with the umpire.
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After the first innings, Bangladesh posted a total of 159/5 on the scoreboard. Shakib remained not out, scoring 64 runs from 46 deliveries, including nine boundaries.
Shakib Al Hasan excels against Netherlands, reaches the milestone of 2,500 T20I runs
Veteran Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan played a courageous unbeaten half-century (64*) against the Netherlands in Match 27 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 at Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent.
Shakib joined the crease with Bangladesh at 23/2 and built a 48-run partnership with Tanzid Hasan. Notably, Shakib reached the milestone of 2,500 T20I runs during the match, completing his 49th run in the contest.
Shakib now has accumulated 2,515 runs at an average of 23.72, with a strike rate of 121.79. The left-hander reached his 13th T20I fifty during the innings. He is the first Bangladeshi cricketer to surpass 2,500 T20I runs. Additionally, Shakib surpassed 250 fours (255) during his innings.
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