Highlights of the match between Bangladesh and New Zealand


ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, 11th match, Chennai, October 13:

  • New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl.
  • Bangladesh were bowled out for 244 in 48.2 overs.
  • Mushfiqur Rahim top-scored for Bangladesh with 62 runs.
  • Trent Boult and Matt Henry took three wickets each for New Zealand.
  • New Zealand reached the target in 42.5 overs, losing two wickets.
  • Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell scored half-centuries for New Zealand.
  • Shakib Al Hasan took the only wicket for Bangladesh.

Key moments:

  • Trent Boult strikes with the first ball: Boult dismissed Tamim Iqbal with the first ball of the match, setting the tone for the New Zealand bowling attack.
  • Mushfiqur Rahim holds the Bangladesh innings together: Mushfiqur Rahim played a patient and composed knock of 62 runs, helping Bangladesh to reach a respectable total.
  • New Zealand openers get off to a flying start: Devon Conway and Kane Williamson put on a 109-run opening partnership, giving New Zealand a solid start to their chase.
  • Kane Williamson retires hurt: Williamson retired hurt for 78 after suffering a hamstring injury, but New Zealand didn't lose their momentum.
  • Daryl Mitchell finishes the chase in style: Daryl Mitchell scored an unbeaten 52 runs to guide New Zealand to victory.

Outcome:

New Zealand won the match by eight wickets, extending their winning streak in the tournament to five matches.

Player of the Match:

Daryl Mitchell was named the Player of the Match for his unbeaten 52 runs.


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