Darwin, August 16, 2025 — In a high‑octane Top End T20 Series clash, Bangladesh A delivered a polished performance to outclass Nepal by 32 runs at Marrara Cricket Ground.
Elected to bat first, Bangladesh A posted a competitive 186 for 6 in 20 overs, driven by an aggressive 73 off 46 balls from Jishan Alam, who was brilliantly dismissed lbw by Nandan Yadav. Afif Hossain, with his blistering unbeaten 48 off 23 balls, and Mohammad Naim, whose quickfire 25 off 18 balls added momentum, were instrumental in cementing the total .
Nepal’s reply was undermined by Bangladesh’s incisive bowling. Rakibul Hasan starred with 3 for 18, while Hasan Mahmud chipped in with 2 for 36 . Despite spirited efforts—Kushal Malla top‑scored with 59 not out off 47 balls, and Nandan Yadav chipped in a rapid 14 off 9—the Nepalese lineup fell short, finishing at 154 for 7.
The win earns Bangladesh A two valuable points in the league standings.
With the 2025 Top End T20 Series hosting 11 teams in a partial round‑robin format culminating in knockouts from August 14 to 24 in Darwin, Bangladesh A’s win underscores their rising form in this competitive tournament setting .
