Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 128 runs in the second One Day International on March 13, 2026, leveling the series 1–1. Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and opted to bowl first, but Pakistan’s openers Sahibzada Farhan and Maj Sadakat built a strong foundation. Despite losing momentum later, Pakistan posted 274 runs in 47.3 overs, with Sadakat scoring 75 and Salman Agha 64. Bangladesh’s chase faltered early, collapsing to 15 for 3 before rain halted play. After a two-hour delay, the hosts were bowled out for 114 in 23.3 overs.

Litton Das top-scored for Bangladesh with 41 runs, while Towhid Hridoy added 28. Pakistan’s bowlers dominated, with Maj Sadakat taking 3 for 23, Haris Rauf 3 for 26, and Shaheen Shah Afridi 2 for 22. For Bangladesh, Rishad Hossain claimed 3 for 56, and Miraz took 2 for 34. Sadakat was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance.

The victory allowed Pakistan to equalize the series, setting up a decisive final match to determine the winner.