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Pakistan vs Bangladesh match prediction [Source: X]
The second ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan has been scheduled for March 13. After the first clash was successfully completed with Bangladesh winning, the second ODI is a potential series decider set to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. The match will go live at 1:45 PM IST.
The first match was a poor outing for Pakistan, given the fact that they managed only 114 runs before being bundled out inside 31 overs. Bangladesh chased down the target within 16 overs to win the match by 8 wickets.
The dominant display would make the Bengal Tigers even hungrier to seal the series in the second clash, while Pakistan will look to bounce back from the loss.
PAK vs BAN current form (last 5 ODIs)
| Team | Form |
| Pakistan | L, W, W, W, W |
| Bangladesh | W, W, L, W, L |
PAK vs BAN player battles
Najmul Hossain Shanto vs Mohammad Wasim Jr.
Najmul Hossain Shanto will face a tough challenge against Pakistan pacer Mohammad Wasim Jr. in the powerplay. Shanto’s ability to anchor the innings at the top will be crucial for Bangladesh, but Wasim Jr.’s pace and movement with the new ball could test the left-hander early.
Najmul Hossain Shanto vs Mohammad Wasim Jr. in ODIs: 1 run; 4 balls; 1 dismissal
Faheem Ashraf vs Mustafizur Rahman
Pakistan all-rounder Faheem Ashraf going up against Bangladesh’s crafty left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman could be a decisive battle in the middle overs.
Faheem is known for his ability to accelerate the scoring rate, especially against pace, but Mustafizur’s deceptive cutters and slower deliveries make him extremely dangerous on subcontinental pitches.
Faheem Ashraf vs Mustafizur Rahman in ODIs: 0 runs; 4 balls; 1 dismissal
Mohammad Rizwan vs Taskin Ahmed
One of the key matchups to watch will be Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan against Bangladesh speedster Taskin Ahmed.
Rizwan’s consistency and ability to build partnerships make him a vital figure in Pakistan’s batting lineup, while Taskin’s raw pace and aggressive bowling approach can create breakthroughs.
Mohammad Rizwan vs Taskin Ahmed in ODIs: 17 runs; 37 balls; 0 dismissals
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PAK vs BAN top performers
Most runs for PAK vs BAN
Mohammad Rizwan (183), Faheem Ashraf (37)
Most wickets for PAK vs BAN
Shaheen Afridi (13), Haris Rauf (6)
Most runs for BAN vs PAK
Soumya Sarkar (186), Litton Das (102)
Most wickets for BAN vs PAK
Mustafizur Rahman (10), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (10)
PAK vs BAN toss prediction
The Mirpur pitch in Dhaka has a low average score in the 200s in ODI games. This speaks of bowlers dominating the pitch, something that happened against Pakistan in the 1st ODI.
Teams chasing here gets the maximum wins here and hence, the captain winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st innings score prediction
Powerplay – 60/1
Final score – 250/5
Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd innings score prediction
Powerplay – 65/1
Final score – 255/4
PAK vs BAN top players prediction
PAK's top players prediction
Probable best batters
Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan
Probable best bowlers
Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed
BAN's top players prediction
Probable best batters
Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan
Probable best bowlers
Nahid Rana, Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Who will hit the most sixes in Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI?
Who will score the most fours in Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI?
Najmul Hossain Shanto
PAK vs BAN match winner prediction: Who will win 2nd ODI?
Pakistan hold a strong advantage over Bangladesh in ODI head-to-head records. Out of the 40 matches played between the two sides, the Men in Green have emerged victorious in 34, highlighting their long-standing dominance.
However, their recent loss in the 1st ODI left them falling flat on the ground. This means the hosts at Mirpur are at an advantage and despite Pakistan having a solid team, Bangladesh is likely to win the 2nd ODI in their home ground.
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