Published: Mar 03, 2016, 02:29 AM (IST)
Edited: Mar 03, 2016, 02:29 AM (IST)
Hosts Bangladesh came up with a stellar performance as they convincingly beat Pakistan in Match 8 of the Asia Cup T20 2016 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on Wednesday and also qualify for the final of the event, where they face India for the title. This would be Bangladesh’s second appearance in the final, where they would be aiming for their maiden title, as the video highlights of the match can be watched on starsports.com. The win over Pakistan gives them a major boost in their confidence as they embark upon their quest to be crowned the Asia Champions for the first time ever. However, they are all set to face tough challenge from India and it won’t be an easy win as it was against Pakistan. FULL CRICKET SCORECARD: Bangladesh vs Pakistan, Asia Cup T20 2016, Match 8 at Dhaka
Bangladesh have beaten Pakistan by five wickets and booked their place in the final of the Asia Cup T20 2016, where they will face India. Soumya Sarkar was their star as his run-a-ball 48 was pivotal in ensuring that Bangladesh got over the line. Bangladesh lost the wicket of Tamim Iqbal early in the innings for just seven, trapped in front off Mohammad Irfan. Man in form Sabbir Rahman then walked in and built a steady 33-run stand with Sarkar. But Pakistan skipper fooled him with a quick one and it went straight through Sabbir to clean him up for just 14. Full Updates: Bangladesh vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2016 BAN vs PAK, 8th T20I Match at Dhaka
It was a good effort by the Pakistan bowlers, but they fell about 20 runs short. Their next match will be against Sri Lanka in a couple of days time, which is of no significance as this loss has ensured that both teams will no longer be in contention to make it to the final, regardless of the outcome of that match.
