Pakistan and Bangladesh are ready to face each other in the second ODI of the three-match series. The match will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on Friday, March 13.
After suffering a heavy eight-wicket defeat in the first match, Pakistan will be eager to bounce back and keep their chances alive in the series. Meanwhile, Bangladesh will be aiming to continue their strong performance and secure their second consecutive series win against Pakistan.
Notably, in the opening ODI played in Dhaka, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and decided to bowl first. This decision turned out to be extremely effective. Bangladesh’s bowlers dominated the match and quickly broke through Pakistan’s batting lineup.
In particular, pacer Nahid Rana delivered an outstanding performance and took five wickets for just 24 runs. Because of this excellent bowling effort, Pakistan were bowled out for only 114 runs in 30.4 overs.
After that, Bangladesh’s batters easily chased down the target. The chase was comfortable and quick, and the crowd enjoyed an entertaining performance from Tanzid Hasan, who scored an impressive half-century.
Therefore, as the second match approaches, Pakistan will be desperate to make a comeback. So, let’s take a look at the head-to-head records between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
PAK vs BAN Head To Head Records (Overall)
Criteria
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Matches Played
81
81
Matches Won
13
67
Matches Lost
67
13
NR/Tied
00
00
Draw
01
01
PAK vs BAN Head-to-Head Records in ODIs
Criteria
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Matches Played
40
40
Matches Won
6
34
Matches Lost
34
6
NR/Tied
00
00
PAK vs BAN Highest Team Totals in ODIs
The highest team score in the PAK vs BAN Head to Head Records in ODIs was made in 2010 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium during the Asia Cup. In that match, Pakistan scored a huge total of 385/7. Bangladesh could not chase the target, and Pakistan won the game by 139 runs.
The lowest team total in the PAK vs BAN in ODIs is 87 runs. Bangladesh made this score during the Asia Cup in 2000, which was played in Dhaka.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highest Individual Score in ODIs
The highest individual score in Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI matches belongs to Salman Butt. Notably, he scored 136 runs from 124 balls. His innings included 14 boundaries and one six.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Best Bowling Figures in ODIs
Abdul Razzaq holds the record for the best bowling performance in Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODIs. In 2002, he delivered an excellent spell and took 6 wickets for 35 runs.
Most Runs in Pakistan vs Bangladesh in ODIs
In PAK vs BAN Head to Head Records in ODIs, Mohammad Yousuf has scored the most runs for Pakistan. He made 893 runs in eight matches with the average of 89.36.
Most Wickets in Pakistan vs Bangladesh in ODIs
Shahid Afridi has taken the most wickets in PAK vs BAN Head to Head Records in ODIs. He picked up 32 wickets in 21 matches with an economy rate of 4.19.
Top Run Scorer of the Last PAK vs BAN ODIs
The last ODI series between Pakistan and Bangladesh was played in 2015. In that series, Bangladesh’s star batter Tamim Iqbal scored the most runs. He made 312 runs in three matches.
Top Wicket Taker of the Last PAK vs BAN ODIs
In the last ODI series between Pakistan and Bangladesh, Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz took the most wickets. He finished the series with seven wickets in three matches with the average of 21.83.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh ODI Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)
Teams
Form
Bangladesh
W, W, L, W, L
Pakistan
L, W, W, W, W
Conclusion
Overall, Bangladesh and Pakistan have played 40 ODI matches against each other. Out of these games, Pakistan have won 34 matches, while Bangladesh have managed to win 6.
However, based on the current form shown in the first ODI, Bangladesh looked very confident. Pakistan were dismissed for 114 runs in 30.4 overs, and Bangladesh comfortably chased the target in just 15.4 overs, winning the match by eight wickets.
Therefore, it will be interesting to see what happens next. Bangladesh are already leading the series 1-0, so they will aim to secure the series win. Meanwhile, Pakistan will try their best to level the series in the second ODI.