Bangladesh recorded a landmark achievement by winning their first-ever T20I series against Pakistan, claiming the three-match contest 2–1 in Dhaka as both teams geared up for the Asia Cup 2025 and the T20 World Cup 2026. The series, played between July 20 and 24, saw Bangladesh take the opening two matches before Pakistan salvaged a consolation win in the final game. Jaker Ali emerged as the standout performer, earning Player of the Series honors for his composed batting under pressure.
In the opening match, Bangladesh set the tone early by dismissing Pakistan for just 110 runs. Their bowlers exploited home conditions brilliantly, and the chase was clinical as they secured a seven-wicket victory. The result immediately put Pakistan on the back foot and gave Bangladesh a vital confidence boost in front of their home fans.
The second T20I turned into the defining moment of the series. Batting first, Bangladesh were in trouble after early wickets, but Jaker Ali played a match-saving knock of 55 off 48 balls. His innings anchored a modest total of 133, which proved to be just enough as the Bangladesh bowlers, led by Shoriful Islam and Mirza, restricted Pakistan’s chase. Despite a late fightback from Faheem Ashraf, Pakistan fell eight runs short. That win not only sealed the series but also marked a historic breakthrough for Bangladesh in their T20I rivalry with Pakistan.
With the series decided, Pakistan responded strongly in the third game. Sahibzada Farhan’s explosive 63 powered them to 178/7, their highest total of the series. Bangladesh’s batting faltered under scoreboard pressure, folding for 104 as Salman Mirza’s incisive spell delivered a 74-run win for the visitors. While the victory gave Pakistan a measure of redemption, it couldn’t undo the impact of the earlier losses.
Jaker Ali’s performances stood out across the series. His ability to handle pressure in the second match and guide Bangladesh to a defendable total proved decisive in clinching the series. His calm presence in the middle order and consistency earned him the Player of the Series award, symbolizing Bangladesh’s growing depth in T20 cricket.
For Bangladesh, this win carries significance beyond the scoreline. It demonstrates their ability to compete and succeed against traditionally stronger sides in the shortest format. With major tournaments on the horizon, this series serves as both a morale boost and a blueprint for building a balanced T20 side.
For Pakistan, the defeat highlighted areas needing urgent attention, particularly in top-order stability and middle-order finishing. The final game showed glimpses of their potential, but the first two matches exposed lapses under pressure that they will aim to correct ahead of the Asia Cup.
As both teams shift focus to continental and global competitions, this series will be remembered as a turning point for Bangladesh cricket. The combination of disciplined bowling, composed batting, and the emergence of players like Jaker Ali has set the stage for an exciting phase in their T20 journey.