Bangladesh Eye Rare Double-Series Win Over New Zealand in Rainy Dhaka Bangladesh aims to secure a historic double-series victory over New Zealand in the third T20I of their tour, set to take place in Dhaka on May 2, 2026. The match, part of a three-game series, will be played under challenging weather conditions, with forecasts indicating heavy rain. The team’s strategy will be tested as they seek to capitalize on the spin-friendly pitches and unpredictable weather to overcome a New Zealand side that has dominated the series so far. The series has been a mixed bag for Bangladesh, with their middle-order batting lineup facing scrutiny after a poor performance in the third ODI. However, the team showed resilience in the first T20I, where Towhid Hridoy and Parvez Hossain Emon delivered a standout performance in the chase. Hridoy, who struggled in the ODI, scored a quick half-century alongside Parvez, helping Bangladesh secure a crucial win. Shamim Hossain also contributed with a series of aggressive shots, shedding the rust from his two-month layoff. This resurgence in the middle order has positioned Bangladesh as strong contenders for the series, despite the challenges posed by the weather. New Zealand, on the other hand, has been the dominant force in the series, with Ish Sodhi emerging as the standout bowler. Sodhi, who has taken 164 wickets in T20Is, is tied with Tim Southee as New Zealand’s highest wicket-taker in the format. His performance in the first T20I was pivotal, as his expensive third over allowed Bangladesh to mount a comeback. However, the spin-friendly conditions in Dhaka are expected to favor New Zealand’s bowlers, including Sodhi, who will be under pressure to deliver a match-winning performance. Team changes are anticipated for both sides.#new_zealand #ish_sodhi #bangladesh #towhid_hridoy #parvez_hossain_emon
