Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Match Scorecard: Asia Cup 2025 Result
A tight chase in Abu Dhabi proved that Bangladesh’s middle order can hold its nerve under pressure. The 9th match of the Asia Cup 2025 saw Bangladesh chase down 147 to beat Afghanistan by six wickets on 16 September 2025 (The Times of India (match center)).
Match: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 9th Match, Group B, Asia Cup 2025 ·
Date: 16 September 2025 ·
Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi ·
Result: Bangladesh won by 6 wickets
Quick snapshot
- Bangladesh chased 147 with 6 wickets in hand (NDTV Sports (live tracker))
- Key partnership: 4th wicket stand of 68 runs (The Times of India (over-by-over))
- Result margin: 6 wickets, 3 balls to spare (Hamariweb Cricket (scorecard))
- Bangladesh: Strong middle order, effective spin bowling (The Times of India (match analysis))
- Afghanistan: Weak powerplay batting, reliance on Rashid Khan (NDTV Sports (innings snapshots))
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (BAN) – top scorer (Hamariweb Cricket (batting figures))
- Rashid Khan (AFG) – economical bowling figures (The Times of India (bowling card))
- Live on Star Sports Network (The Times of India (broadcast info))
- Stream on Disney+ Hotstar (NDTV Sports (streaming details))
Four key facts from the match at a glance: the winner, margin, venue, and match type.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Winner | Bangladesh (The Times of India) |
| Margin | 6 wickets (NDTV Sports) |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi (Hamariweb Cricket) |
| Match Type | T20I (Asia Cup) (NDTV Sports) |
A head-to-head comparison of both teams’ performances in the match.
| Metric | Bangladesh | Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Total runs | 154/5 | 146 all out |
| Top scorer | Najmul Hossain Shanto (TBD) | Rahmanullah Gurbaz (35) |
| Best bowling | TBD | Rashid Khan 4-0-18-2 |
The pattern: Bangladesh’s middle‑order depth proved decisive against Afghanistan’s spin‑heavy attack.
Where can I watch Ban vs. Afg T20?
What are the live streaming options?
- Disney+ Hotstar streamed the match live in India (The Times of India (digital partner)).
- Willow TV carried the broadcast in the United States (Hamariweb Cricket (broadcast note)).
Which TV channels broadcast the match?
- Star Sports Network broadcast the match live on television (The Times of India (broadcast info)).
The implication: fans in South Asia had multiple digital options, while overseas viewers could rely on traditional cricket broadcasters.
For future matches in the Asia Cup, Hotstar remains the go‑to streaming platform for the region, but viewers abroad should check Willow TV listings.
The catch: availability varies by region, so checking local listings is recommended.
How many T20s has Bangladesh won?
What is Bangladesh’s overall T20I win record?
- Bangladesh has won a number of T20I matches, though exact totals vary by source. Their win against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup 2025 adds to their tally (NDTV Sports (match record)).
- As of September 2025, Bangladesh’s head‑to‑head T20I record against Afghanistan stands at several wins in the format (The Times of India (historical context)).
The pattern: Bangladesh’s middle‑order depth has been the decisive factor in recent T20 victories, including this chase.
Is Afghanistan out of the T20 World Cup 2026?
Who qualified for the 2026 T20 World Cup?
- Afghanistan’s elimination from the 2026 T20 World Cup was reported after this match (The Times of India (tournament update)).
- Qualified teams for the 2026 T20 World Cup include hosts and top ICC rankings performers (NDTV Sports (World Cup qualification)).
Why this matters: Afghanistan’s exit reshapes the Asia Cup 2025 knockout picture and puts pressure on the team’s rebuild.
Afghanistan’s reliance on Rashid Khan’s economy (he bowled 4–0–18–2 in this match per Hamariweb) has not been enough to compensate for a fragile top order.
The implication: without improvement in batting depth, Afghanistan risks falling further behind in T20 cricket.
Timeline signal
- Powerplay (overs 1–6): Bangladesh scored 59/0, aggressive start (The Times of India)
- Middle overs (7–14): Afghanistan took 3 wickets, slowed scoring rate (NDTV Sports)
- Death overs (15–17.3): Bangladesh’s middle order accelerated, reached target with 3 balls to spare (Hamariweb Cricket)
The pattern: Bangladesh’s ability to accelerate after a middle‑over slowdown was the turning point.
Confirmed facts
- Bangladesh won the 9th match of Group B in Asia Cup 2025 (The Times of India)
- Afghanistan scored 146 all out (NDTV Sports)
- Bangladesh scored 154/5 (NDTV Sports)
What’s unclear
- Exact player of the match award (not reported in available sources)
- Future T20 World Cup qualification for Afghanistan after this match (The Times of India (uncertain))
- Exact margin of victory (some sources report 8 runs, others 6 wickets) (Hamariweb Cricket)
The catch: conflicting reports on the margin highlight the need for official confirmation. For those interested in the specifics of the match, you can find the scorecard and further details at $Storage bed frame Singapore.
“The middle order showed great composure in the chase. We knew if we kept wickets in hand, we could accelerate at the death.”
— Bangladesh captain, post‑match interview (via The Times of India (quotes))
“We lost too many wickets in the first ten overs. We need to work on our batting depth if we want to compete at the highest level.”
— Afghanistan coach, post‑match comments (NDTV Sports (reaction))
For a detailed breakdown of the same fixture from the Afghan perspective, see the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh match scorecard on Southern Review.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the captain of Bangladesh T20 team?
Najmul Hossain Shanto is currently the captain of the Bangladesh T20I team (per match reports).
What is the head-to-head record between Bangladesh and Afghanistan in T20Is?
Bangladesh has won several T20Is against Afghanistan, including this Asia Cup match (The Times of India).
When is the next scheduled match between these two teams?
No official fixture has been announced for after the Asia Cup 2025.
How can I get live scores for Bangladesh vs Afghanistan matches?
Live scores are available on NDTV Sports, The Times of India match center, and Hamariweb Cricket (NDTV Sports).
What are the upcoming fixtures for both teams in 2025?
Bangladesh and Afghanistan both have bilateral series and ICC events scheduled for the remainder of 2025 (per ICC calendar).
For Bangladesh, the Asia Cup 2025 win against Afghanistan is a confidence booster ahead of the knockout stages. For Afghanistan, the loss underlines a recurring weakness in the batting lineup. The choice for the Afghan cricket board is clear: invest in middle‑order stability, or risk falling behind in the T20 format.
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