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Bangladesh<\/strong> bounced back in style to defeat New Zealand<\/strong> by 6 wickets in the second ODI at Shere Bangla National Stadium, leveling the series 1-1. A sensational five-wicket haul from Nahid Rana<\/strong><\/a> followed by a fluent chase led by Tanzid Hasan Tamim<\/strong> ensured the hosts sealed a comfortable victory with plenty of overs to spare.<\/p>\n After winning the toss, New Zealand opted to bat but struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Bangladesh bowling attack. The visitors were bundled out for 198 in 48.4 overs, despite a fighting knock from Nick Kelly<\/strong><\/a>, who anchored the innings with a well-crafted 83 off 102 balls.<\/p>\n However, the standout performer was Rana, who ripped through the middle and lower order with figures of 5 for 32 in his 10 overs. His ability to extract pace and movement proved too much for the New Zealand batters. Shoriful Islam<\/strong> also chipped in with two wickets, while Taskin Ahmed<\/strong> and Rishad Hossain<\/strong> provided crucial breakthroughs to keep the pressure intact. None of the other Kiwi batters could convert their starts, which ultimately kept their total below the 200-run mark.<\/p>\n Also READ: Dean Foxcroft guides New Zealand to convincing win over Bangladesh in 1st ODI<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Chasing 199, Bangladesh got off to a brisk start thanks to Tanzid, who played an aggressive yet controlled innings of 76 off just 58 deliveries. His knock, laced with 10 fours and 4 sixes, put the hosts firmly in command early in the chase. After a couple of quick wickets, Najmul Hossain Shanto<\/strong> anchored the innings with a composed half-century, scoring 50 off 71 balls. Towhid Hridoy<\/strong> provided solid support with a handy 30, ensuring there were no hiccups in the chase. Bangladesh eventually reached the target in just 35.3 overs, showcasing their batting depth and intent.<\/p>\n For New Zealand, Jayden Lennox<\/strong> picked up two wickets, while Nathan Smith<\/strong> and William O\u2019Rourke<\/strong> managed one each, but their efforts were not enough to defend the modest total.<\/p>\n With this win, Bangladesh have drawn level in the three-match ODI series after New Zealand had won the opening game by 26 runs. The momentum now shifts towards a high-stakes decider, which will be played on April 23 at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium.<\/p>\nNahid Rana\u2019s fiery spell restricts New Zealand<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Tanzid Hasan and Najmul Shanto steer Bangladesh home<\/strong><\/h2>\n