Bangladesh beats Pakistan by 7 wickets in T20 series opener

By Canadian Press on July 20, 2025.

MIRPUR, Bangladesh (AP) — Disciplined bowling and a superb half-century by opener Parvez Hossain Emon led Bangladesh to a seven-wicket victory against Pakistan with almost five overs to spare in their T20 series opener on Sunday.

Parvez struck a 39-ball 56 not out, with three fours and five sixes, to help Bangladesh reach 112-3 in 15.3 overs after winning the toss and dismissing Pakistan for 110 in 19.3 overs.

Parvez and Towhid Hridoy (36) batted with caution to add 73 runs for the third wicket, a partnership that was key to victory on a tricky surface.

The second of three T20 matches is on Tuesday.

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