Pakistan Secure Convincing Consolation Win in Third T20I Against Bangladesh

In the third and final game of a three-game T20I series in "Dhaka", Pakistan handed Bangladesh a comprehensive 74-run victory on July 24, 2025 , saving a series whitewash and proving their depth and determination ([Daily Times][1]).

Destructive Batting from Pakistan Puts Strong Start

Pakistan batted first, after winning the toss, reaching a good score of 178/7 on a sporting Mirpur pitch. **Opener Sahibzada Farhan** spearheaded the charge with a whirlwind **63 off 41 balls**, hit with **five sixes and six fours**, to set the tone early for Pakistan's innings ([The Business Standard][2]). **Hasan Nawaz** added a quick **33 off 17**, while **Mohammad Nawaz** hit a blazing cameo of **27 off 16** to take the total close to 180 in the slog overs ([The Nation][3]).

Pakistan's Bowling Crush Bangladesh's Chase

As a reaction, Bangladesh collapsed under pressure and were bowled out for only **104 in 16.4 overs**, their third-lowest T20I score against Pakistan ([Daily Times][1]).

New-ball pacer Salman Mirza, playing his third match at the international level, caused destruction with 3 wickets for 19 runs, setting off Bangladesh's collapse of top order ([The Express Tribune][4]). Faheem Ashraf (2/13) and Mohammad Nawaz also made crucial breakthroughs, cleaning up the innings quickly ([Daily Times][1]). Only Mohammad Saifuddin offered resistance with a determined 35 off 34 balls, whereas Mohammad Naim managed to score just 10; all the remaining batsmen did not even cross double figures ([The Business Standard][2]).

Match Highlights Snapshot

Category Details

| Pakistan Innings 178/7 (Farhan 63, Nawaz 33, 27)

| Bangladesh Innings 104 all out (Saifuddin 35\*, collapse top order)

| Principal Bowlers Mirza 3/19, Ashraf 2/13, Nawaz also played a telling role

| Result Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 74 runs; series is tied 2–1

Player Reactions & Tactical Insights

Pakistan skipper "Salman Ali Agha" complimented his team's temperament:

"Regardless of the circumstances, we wanted to display character" — particularly through Mirza's, Nawaz's, and Farhan's performances ([The Nation][3], [Flashscore][5], [The Express Tribune][4]).

Bangladesh skipper "Litton Das" also had pride in his team despite defeat:

"We played some nice cricket—nice to win a series against Pakistan" — even keeping five of his best players out of the last match ([The Nation][3], [Flashscore][5]).

Implications Moving Forward

**For Pakistan**: The match highlighted bench strength and potential—Farhan, Mirza, and Hasan Nawaz, among others, should get more playing time.

**For Bangladesh**: Their series triumph over Pakistan in historic T20Is indicates increasing depth and momentum, particularly with the Asia Cup and the 2026 T20 World Cup looming large on the horizon.

**Series Review**: Bangladesh's decisive victories in the first two matches sealed the series, but Pakistan were competitive in the third match.

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As **Bangladesh won the series 2‑1**, the third T20I triumph of Pakistan by **74 runs** was a strong statement. Ranging from **Farhan's aggressive batting** to **Mirza's destructive spell**, Pakistan finished the tour with confidence and grit. The series may have ended, but the two teams will carry lessons and inspiration with them as the cricket calendar picks up.