Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20 2025: Scorecard & Insights

Abhinand PS
Jul 21
4 min read

Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20 Series 2025 – Full Scorecard, Highlights & Expert Analysis

The July 2025 T20 series between Pakistan and Bangladesh began with a dramatic opener in Dhaka. In this post, you'll find the full 1st T20 scorecard, standout performers like Saim Ayub, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Salman Ali Agha, Towhid Hridoy, and more. All delivered memorable moments in a low‑scoring thriller.

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🏏 1st T20 Match Summary – July 20, 2025

Innings	Team	Score	Result
1st	Pakistan	110 all‑out (19.3 overs)
2nd	Bangladesh	112/3 (15.3 overs)	Won by 7 wickets

Key moments & performances:

Mustafizur Rahman bowled superbly (2/6), helping Bangladesh bowl out Pakistan for the first time in a T20I; he also eclipsed a record previously held by Jasprit Bumrah ESPN Cricinfo+15Wikipedia+15Business Standard+15 Wikipedia+12Hindustan Times+12Business Standard+12 Business Standard+4Cricbuzz+4NDTV Sports+4 NDTV Sports+4Cricbuzz+4ESPN Cricinfo+4 NDTV Sports+1The Economic Times+1.
Taskin Ahmed took 3/22, setting the tone with early breakthroughs The Indian Express+2NDTV Sports+2Business Standard+2.
Parvez Hossain Emon, awarded Player of the Match, smashed an unbeaten 56 off 39 balls to finish the chase with 27 balls to spare NDTV Sports.
Pakistan’s top scorer, Fakhar Zaman, made 44 off 34 but couldn’t avoid the low total Cricbuzz+15Business Standard+15NDTV Sports+15.
Saim Ayub, once again touted as a future star, fell early for 6—caught off Taskin’s bowling Cricbuzz+14Hindustan Times+14SI+14.

Player Insights & Performances

Mustafizur Rahman & Taskin Ahmed (Bangladesh)

Mustafizur’s tight spell (2/6 in 4 overs) crushed Pakistan’s batting momentum Business Standard NDTV Sports.
Taskin’s 3-wicket haul backed up the bowl-first decision beautifully Wikipedia+14NDTV Sports+14SI+14.

Parvez Hossain Emon & Towhid Hridoy

Emon’s composed yet aggressive 56* turned the chase, hitting 3 fours and 5 sixes Wikipedia+4Business Standard+4Cricbuzz+4.
Hridoy contributed a brisk 36 off 37, supporting the chase superbly Wikipedia+6Business Standard+6The Indian Express+6.

Pakistan’s Key Men: Fakhar, Saim & Abbas Afridi

Fakhar Zaman top-scored but lacked support from teammates The Economic Times+7Business Standard+7NDTV Sports+7.
Abbas Afridi chipped in with 22 in a small rescue act Wikipedia+5Business Standard+5Hindustan Times+5.
Young opener Saim Ayub walked early, continuing his recent low-scoring form Wikipedia+12Hindustan Times+12SI+12.

Long-Term Context & Series Outlook

This upset marks Bangladesh’s first-ever T20I bowl-out of Pakistan—an important milestone YouTube+15Cricbuzz+15The Economic Times+15.
The series acts as vital preparation ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup and 2025 Asia Cup Wikipedia.
Former dominance (Pakistan leading 19–3 before today) is now challenged; Bangladesh now leads the series 1‑0 Hindustan Times Cricbuzz.

Where to Watch the Series

Live streaming is available in India and South Asia via platforms like JioCinema and Fancode.
TV broadcasts include Star Sports (India), BTV (Bangladesh), and PTV Sports (Pakistan).
Check local listings for time‑adjusted telecasts in your region.

🔍 Why This Upset Matters

Psychological boost: Bowling out a powerhouse like Pakistan builds confidence for Bangladesh.
Bowling strategy insights: Mustafizur’s variations + Taskin’s aggression show a new Bangla pace edge.
Pakistan’s concerns: Early batting collapses and middle-order fragility expose weaknesses.

What to Expect Next

2nd T20 (Date TBD): Pakistan will look to regroup and rely on in-form players like Saim Ayub and Mohammad Haris.
Adjustments: Pakistan’s middle order needs stability; Bangladesh may rotate pitchers and batters for variety.
Big picture: Both teams are fine-tuning ahead of the Asia Cup—expect more tactical battles ahead.

FAQ

Q1. What was Pakistan’s lowest T20I total before this?Before this match, Pakistan’s lowest Chase was around 125–130 in recent low-scoring games—but their all-out for 110 is historic in this context. This match took place on July 20, 2025.

Q2. Who holds the record for most runs in this mini-series?As of now, Parvez Hossain Emon’s 56* is the highest individual score in the series opener.

Q3. How can I live-stream Pakistan vs Bangladesh in India?You can stream live via JioCinema or Fancode (check your subscription and broadcast rights).

Q4. Who is Saim Ayub and why is he significant?Saim Ayub is a promising young Pakistani opener, recently named Player of the Series in a May 2025 tour to Pakistan, scoring 155 runs Business Standard+3Hindustan Times+3The Times of India+3 The Indian Express+12Wikipedia+12SI+12 The Times of India+7NDTV Sports+7Business Standard+7. His recent form carries expectations even though he struggled today.

Q5. What’s next in the series?The 2nd T20 happens later this week in Dhaka. Expect lineup tweaks as both sides sharpen their playing XI.