In Match 6 of the ICC super match, New Zealand (NZ) won the toss and chose to bowl first, signaling the conclusion of the exciting Champions Trophy 2025 edition. Notably, on Monday, February 24, the game took place in Rawalpindi.
Bangladesh (BAN) launched their innings with a potent powerplay and a novel strategy. The team put pressure on the Kiwis early on with encouraging intent. But after Tanzid Hasan, who had scored a fast twenty-four, was removed inside the powerplay, the tide turned. Their plans were upset by this defeat, which compelled them to reassess early in the game.
Najmul Hossain Shanto, the captain of Bangladesh, remained calm while leading his team in spite of the loss. Even though the squad found it difficult to create any partnerships of fifty or more, Shanto’s consistent innings of 77 runs off 110 balls helped to keep the scoreboard moving. Jaker Ali, who scored 45 runs in the latter part of the innings, gave the middle order a lift in their attempt to reach a total. Bangladesh scored a total of 236/6 on the board thanks to these contributions.
In response, New Zealand struggled after dropping to 15/2 in just 3.3 overs after losing two early wickets. Rachin Ravindra, an up-and-coming great all-rounder, took over with a spectacular 112 runs off 105 balls as the pressure increased. Contributions from Devon Conway (30 runs) and Tom Latham (55 runs) complemented his remarkable performance. Together, they made it possible for New Zealand to chase the goal with relative ease, winning by five wickets to take the lead in the points standings.
Check out some interesting stats from Bangladesh vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025, Match 6:
- Rachin Ravindra: Became the youngest batter (25 years and 98 days) for New Zealand to score a century in the Champions Trophy
- Rachin Ravindra: Most Centuries for New Zealand in ICC ODI Events – 4
- Glenn Philips: Completed 1,000 runs in ODIs.
- Rachin Ravindra: Completed 1,000 runs in ODIs.
- Rachin Ravindra: Fifth fastest New Zealander to score 1,000 ODI Runs.
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