Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by eight wickets in the first match of their three-match ODI series held in Mirpur on March 12, 2026. Pakistan were bowled out for just 114 runs in 30.4 overs, with only the opening and final partnerships offering brief resistance. Bangladesh comfortably chased the target in 15.1 overs, finishing at 115 for 2. Opener Tanzid Tamim remained unbeaten on 67 off 42 balls, guiding the team to victory well before the scheduled break.

The match was dominated by Bangladesh’s bowlers, particularly Nahid Rana, who took five wickets for 24 runs in seven overs. Captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz added three wickets, while Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman also contributed. Pakistan’s batting collapsed after a steady start, with eight partnerships ending in single digits. The visitors’ decision to field four debutants backfired as their batting lineup faltered.

With this emphatic win, Bangladesh took a 1–0 lead in the series and moved within one victory of clinching it. The second ODI is scheduled for March 13.