Bangladesh defeated Australia by 86 runs via DLS in the first ODI. Pacer Nahid Rana took 4 wickets and was involved in a heated exchange with Josh Inglis after dismissing him. Mosaddek Hossain starred with an unbeaten 86.
Nahid Rana, 23, wins ICC Men’s Player of the Month for April 2026 after taking 8 wickets in 3 ODIs against New Zealand, helping Bangladesh win the series 2-1.
Pakistan collapsed in the final session, losing 7 wickets for 163 runs, as Bangladesh's Nahid Rana took 5/40 to secure a 104-run win in the first Test, leading the series 1-0.
Bangladesh secured a commanding 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test in Dhaka. A late collapse saw Pakistan lose seven wickets in the final session. Nahid Rana's exceptional bowling performance was key to Bangladesh's win. This marks Pakistan's first-ever Test defeat in Bangladesh. The series continues with the second Test in Sylhet.
Pakistan lost to Bangladesh by 104 runs in the first Test, marking their third consecutive Test loss against Bangladesh.
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 104 runs in the first Test in Dhaka, driven by Nahid Rana's match-defining bowling performance. This victory marks Bangladesh's third consecutive Test win against Pakistan and their first home Test win against the visitors.
Bangladesh Cricket Board has withdrawn Mustafizur Rahman's NOC for PSL 2026 after the experienced pacer was advised to undergo a scan for an injury, followed by a rehabilitation programme. Young fast bowler Nahid Rana has also been held back to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. The board's focus is on ensuring key bowlers are fit for national duties. Meanwhile, Bangladesh announced their T20I squad for matches against New Zealand starting April 27, with senior pacers rested and fresh faces like Abdul Gaffar Saqlain receiving maiden call-ups.
