Pakistan Post 274 as Run-Out Drama Erupts
News Desk
Dhaka: A controversial run-out involving Salman Ali Agha overshadowed the second ODI between Pakistan and Bangladesh, triggering heated moments on the field.
The incident occurred when Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan played a shot that struck the foot of Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz. As the ball stopped near the bowler, Salman Ali Agha stepped out of his crease intending to hand the ball back to Miraz.
However, Miraz quickly picked up the ball and struck the stumps before Agha could return to his crease. The umpire ruled it a run-out, a decision that sparked frustration from Agha as he walked back to the pavilion.
The dismissal led to tense exchanges on the field, with Bangladesh wicketkeeper Liton Das also appearing angered during the moment. Rizwan, along with teammates and the umpire, eventually calmed Agha down.
Earlier in the match at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl first against Pakistan.
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Pakistan were bowled out for 274 runs in 47.3 overs. Moaz Sadaqat led the batting effort with a fine 75-run innings, while Salman Ali Agha scored 64 and Rizwan contributed 44 runs.
Sahibzada Farhan added 31 runs, while Faheem Ashraf chipped in with 14.
For Bangladesh, Rishad Hossain took three wickets, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed two.
Speaking at the toss, Miraz said Bangladesh aimed to maintain the winning momentum from the first match and therefore chose to bowl first. He also confirmed that the hosts fielded the same playing XI that won the opening game.
Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi said the team’s batters were aware of their mistakes from the previous match and were determined to improve. He also confirmed one change in the lineup, with fast bowler Haris Rauf replacing spinner Abrar Ahmed.
Pakistan had suffered an eight-wicket defeat in the first ODI, and the third and final match of the series will be played on Sunday.
