Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 11 runs in a thrilling final One Day International on March 15, 2026, securing a 2-1 series victory. Opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim led Bangladesh’s innings with his maiden ODI century, scoring 107 runs off 98 balls with six fours and seven sixes. Bangladesh posted a total of 290 for five in 50 overs, supported by Towhid Hridoy’s 48 not out. In reply, Pakistan were bowled out for 279 runs, falling short despite a fighting century from Salman Agha, who made 106 off 98 balls.
Pakistan’s chase began poorly at 17 for three but recovered through partnerships involving Salman Agha, Saad Masood, and Abdul Samad. The match reached a tense finish as Shaheen Shah Afridi’s late hitting brought Pakistan close, but Rishad Hossain’s final over sealed Bangladesh’s win. Taskin Ahmed took four wickets for Bangladesh.
Tanzid Hasan Tamim was named both Player of the Match and joint Player of the Series alongside Nahid Rana, marking a significant milestone for Bangladesh’s ODI campaign.