Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2025 Match 9 Full Scoreboard, Match Report & Analysis
Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 8 runs in the 9th match of Asia Cup 2025 at Abu Dhabi. Read the full scoreboard, pre and post-match analysis, fans’ reactions, and how this result impacts the Super Four race.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan – Asia Cup 2025, Match 9: Full Report, Scoreboard & Analysis
The 9th match of the Asia Cup 2025 delivered a thrilling contest as Bangladesh edged Afghanistan by 8 runs at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. In a do-or-die clash, Bangladesh held their nerve to defend 154, keeping their Super Four hopes alive, while Afghanistan slipped into a precarious position in Group B.
Full Scoreboard
Bangladesh Innings – 154/5 (20 overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzid Hasan | c Nabi b Rashid Khan | 52 | 40 | 6 | 1 | 130.0 |
| Litton Das | b Farooqi | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 116.7 |
| Towhid Hridoy | c Gurbaz b Farooqi | 28 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 155.6 |
| Saif Hassan | c Nabi b Naveen | 24 | 20 | 2 | 1 | 120.0 |
| Shakib Al Hasan (c) | not out | 19 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 111.8 |
| Mahmudullah | not out | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 112.5 |
| Extras | (b 2, lb 4, nb 1, w 1) | 8 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 5 wickets | 154 | 20 overs | – | – | – |
Fall of wickets: 1-22 (Litton), 2-65 (Hridoy), 3-105 (Tanzid), 4-128 (Saif), 5-145 (Mahmudullah).
Bowling – Afghanistan
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 4 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | 4 | 34 | 1 | 8.50 |
| Rashid Khan | 4 | 22 | 1 | 5.50 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 4 | 33 | 0 | 8.25 |
| Noor Ahmad | 4 | 30 | 0 | 7.50 |
Afghanistan Innings – 146 all out (20 overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk) | c Litton b Mustafizur | 25 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 131.6 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | c Tanzid b Nasum | 12 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 85.7 |
| Hazratullah Zazai | b Rishad | 15 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 125.0 |
| Najibullah Zadran | c Shakib b Rishad | 20 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 117.6 |
| Mohammad Nabi (c) | lbw b Nasum | 8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 80.0 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | c Mahmudullah b Mustafizur | 33 | 21 | 4 | 2 | 157.1 |
| Rashid Khan | run out | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 111.1 |
| Karim Janat | c Litton b Mustafizur | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 87.5 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | b Taskin | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | c Tanzid b Shakib | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 133.3 |
| Noor Ahmad | not out | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0 |
| Extras | (b 1, lb 2, nb 1, w 3) | 7 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | all out | 146 | 20 overs | – | – | – |
Fall of wickets: 1-28 (Ibrahim), 2-54 (Zazai), 3-76 (Najibullah), 4-90 (Nabi), 5-118 (Gurbaz), 6-133 (Omarzai), 7-135 (Rashid), 8-140 (Janat), 9-142 (Naveen), 10-146 (Farooqi).
Bowling – Bangladesh
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskin Ahmed | 4 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 4 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 4 | 27 | 1 | 6.75 |
| Nasum Ahmed | 4 | 20 | 2 | 5.00 |
| Rishad Hossain | 4 | 27 | 2 | 6.75 |
Pre-Match Overview
This was a must-win fixture for Bangladesh after their disappointing defeat against Sri Lanka. Afghanistan entered with confidence, eyeing a Super Four spot, but aware that Bangladesh’s spin attack could trouble their aggressive batting line-up.
The pitch was dry, offering some turn later, making batting first an advantageous choice. Bangladesh, winning the toss, chose to bat.
Post-Match Analysis
- Bangladesh’s Resilience: Tanzid Hasan’s fifty gave the team a solid base, while the bowlers executed their plans to perfection, defending a par score with discipline.
- Afghanistan’s Collapse: Despite Gurbaz and Omarzai’s contributions, the middle order struggled against spin, and poor shot selection cost them dearly.
- Key Differentiator: Mustafizur’s wickets at the death turned the match. His calm under pressure stood out in crunch moments.
Fans’ Reactions
- Bangladesh Fans: Overjoyed, calling this victory a “turning point” for their Asia Cup campaign.
- Afghanistan Fans: Frustrated by the collapse, yet appreciative of Omarzai’s valiant fight.
- Cricket Analysts: Highlighted how Bangladesh’s spinners choked the middle overs, and how Afghanistan must work on strike rotation.
Impact on Asia Cup 2025
- Bangladesh: Stay alive in Group B, now with a realistic chance of making the Super Four.
- Afghanistan: This loss has left them under immense pressure; their match against Sri Lanka now becomes a virtual knockout.
- Tournament Balance: Group B is wide open, keeping fans engaged and adding spice to the upcoming fixtures.
Conclusion
The Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 9th match of Asia Cup 2025 was a thrilling chapter in the tournament’s group stage. Bangladesh’s fighting spirit, led by Tanzid Hasan’s batting and Mustafizur Rahman’s death bowling, helped them secure an 8-run victory.
With this result, the group stage battle intensifies, making every remaining game a virtual knockout. For Bangladesh, it’s hope revived; for Afghanistan, a wake-up call.
Final Result: Bangladesh won by 8 runs.
