New Zealand Launch Security Probe In Bangladesh Ahead Of White-Ball Series

New Zealand team [Source: AFP and X]New Zealand and Bangladesh are preparing to face each other in an exciting white-ball series next month. The Bangladesh team will host the New Zealand side for a six-match series. The tour will include three ODIs along with three T20Is. Meanwhile, this series will take place after New Zealand completes its series against South Africa. In addition, this tour will mark the first visit by the New Zealand team to Asia after their recent defeat in the T20 World Cup final. Therefore, the upcoming matches in Bangladesh will be an important opportunity for the team to return to form and perform strongly in Asian conditions.India’s historic T20 World Cup victoryThe previous international appearance of New Zealand came during the T20 World Cup final against India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. During that match, India created history by becoming the first team to win the T20 World Cup on home soil. The Indian side secured a dominant victory by 96 runs and lifted their third T20 World Cup title.Notably, India posted one of the highest totals in T20 World Cup history. Sanju Samson played a remarkable innings and scored 89 runs from 46 balls. At the same time, Abhishek contributed 52 runs from 21 balls. In addition, Ishan Kishan added another strong performance with 54 runs from 25 balls. As a result, India set a huge target of 256 runs for New Zealand.Also Read: Pakistan Captain Among Players Embarrassed In IPL Team-Heavy Hundred 2026 AuctionNew Zealand struggle during chaseWhen New Zealand began their chase, the team faced early trouble. During the powerplay overs, the side lost three wickets. Consequently, the scoreboard showed 47 runs for three wickets after six overs. This early setback made the run chase very difficult for the New Zealand team.As the innings progressed, the pressure continued to grow. The batting lineup struggled to keep up with the required run rate. Eventually, the team was bowled out for 159 runs. Therefore, India secured a comfortable victory by 96 runs.Among the bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah delivered an excellent spell and picked up four wickets in his short spell. In addition, Axar Patel also played a key role and took three wickets. Their combined effort helped India seal the historic win.Security team visits Dhaka ahead of tourAhead of the upcoming Bangladesh tour, a three-member security assessment team from New Zealand has arrived in Dhaka. The team reached the city on Wednesday in order to review the security arrangements for the tour.This visit follows the normal procedure used by most international teams. During such visits, security officials carefully check match venues, team hotels, transport routes, and other important arrangements. After completing the inspection, the officials provide final approval for the tour.During their stay in Bangladesh, the delegation is expected to visit the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur along with several other facilities that may host the matches.Bangladesh currently playing against PakistanAt present, Bangladesh are competing in three-match ODI series against Pakistan. In the opening match of the series, Bangladesh delivered an impressive performance. The hosts defeated Pakistan by eight wickets and started the series on a strong note.Also Read: Jitesh Sharma Justifies Own T20 World Cup Snub With Heartbreaking Revelation