BAN vs NZ Head to Head Records- 1st T20I, New Zealand Tour of Bangladesh 2026

BAN vs NZ Head to Head Records [Source: AP Photos]

Bangladesh will face New Zealand in the first T20I match of New Zealand’s tour of Bangladesh. The game will be played on April 26 at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram.

Notably, Bangladesh come into this series feeling confident after winning their recent ODI series. They will try to continue this good form in the shorter T20 format. 

For the first two matches, Bangladesh have decided to rest some of their main fast bowlers, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Nahid Rana. This gives a chance for new and fresh bowlers to step up and perform.

On the other hand, New Zealand will want to recover from their recent loss and start the T20 series strongly. The team will be led by Tom Latham, with support from players like Adithya Ashok, Dane Cleaver, Dean Foxcroft, and Ben Sears, who will all aim to make a strong contribution.

As the anticipation builds, let’s take a look at the BAN vs NZ head to head records in T20Is.

BAN vs NZ Head to Head Records (Overall)

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Head to Head Records in T20Is

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Highest Team Total In T20Is

The highest score in T20I matches between Bangladesh and New Zealand was made by New Zealand. They scored 210 runs for 3 wickets in a match played in Hamilton on March 28, 2021. 

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BAN vs NZ Lowest Team Total in T20Is

The lowest score in BAN vs NZ head to head records was also by New Zealand. They were all out for just 60 runs in 16.5 overs in Mirpur on September 1, 2021.

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Highest Individual Score in T20Is

The highest individual score in BAN vs NZ head to head records was made by Brendon McCullum. He scored 123 runs in a match during the ICC World T20 on September 21, 2012.

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Best Bowling Figures in T20Is

The best bowling performance came from Mustafizur Rahman. He took 5 wickets for 22 runs in a 2016 ICC World T20 match in Kolkata. This is one of the best bowling figures recorded in BAN vs NZ head to head records.

Most Runs In Bangladesh vs New Zealand T20Is

Mahmudullah has scored the most runs in matches between Bangladesh and New Zealand. He made 306 runs in 14 innings, with an average of 27.81.

Most Wickets in BAN vs NZ T20Is

Tim Southee has taken the most wickets in BAN vs NZ head to head records. He picked up 19 wickets in 10 innings with an economy rate of 6.94.

Top Run Scorer of the last Bangladesh vs New Zealand  T20I Match

In the most recent T20I between BAN and NZ, Finn Allen was the top scorer. He made 38 runs off 31 balls in a rain-affected game in 2023.

Top Wicket Taker of the last BAN vs NZ T20I Match

Mitchell Santner was the top wicket-taker in the latest Bangladesh vs New Zealand T20I match, taking 4 wickets for 16 runs. Notably, he also won the Player of the match award for his stunning performance.

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)

Conclusion

In the BAN vs NZ head to head records in T20Is, New Zealand have dominated overall, winning 15 out of 20 matches, while Bangladesh have managed 4 victories. 

Looking at recent form, New Zealand are struggling, as they are coming off defeats in both an ODI series and a T20I series against South Africa. Therefore, they will be eager to bounce back and improve their performance. 

On the other hand, Bangladesh are in strong form, having recently won an ODI series and also a T20I series against Ireland. As a result, they will aim to continue their winning momentum in the upcoming matches.

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