By Prabha Bhaskar 
What happens when two fierce cricket rivals meet on Bangladesh soil — and neither side is willing to back down?
Pakistan is on tour in Bangladesh for a 3-match ODI series in 2026 — and it has already delivered everything a cricket fan could ask for: a stunning collapse, a thunderous comeback, and now, a nail-biting decider.
The Bangladesh national cricket team vs Pakistan national cricket team match scorecard from this series is being talked about across South Asian cricket circles — and for very good reason. From Nahid Rana’s career-best spell to Maaz Sadaqat’s explosive all-round show, this series has had it all.
With the 3rd and final ODI happening today on March 15, 2026, at Mirpur’s Shere Bangla National Stadium, fans everywhere are searching for the latest scores, player stats, and series updates.
You’re in the right place. Here’s everything you need to know.
1. Series Overview: Pakistan Tour of Bangladesh 2026
The Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025/26 is a 3-match ODI series being played at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka. The series has been dominated by one-sided batting displays — Pakistan were rolled out for 114 in the first match, while Bangladesh were dismissed for the identical score of 114 in the second game.
It is a series that has kept scorers, fans, and analysts equally busy — with both teams showing just how quickly cricket fortunes can flip.
2. 1st ODI Scorecard – Bangladesh Won by 8 Wickets
Date: March 11, 2026 Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
| Team | Score | Overs |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 114 All Out | 30.4 |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 115/2 | 15.1 |
Result: Bangladesh won by 8 wickets (with 209 balls remaining)
Bangladesh 115 for 2 (Tanzid 67*) beat Pakistan 114 (Faheem 37, Farhan 27, Rana 5-24, Mehidy 3-29). Nahid Rana’s maiden five-wicket haul in ODIs shot out Pakistan for 114 before Tanzid made easy work of the chase with a rapid half-century.
This was an absolutely dominant performance by Bangladesh. It became Bangladesh’s biggest win by wickets and balls remaining against Pakistan, and the shortest ODI between the two nations in terms of total overs bowled.
3. Star of Match: Nahid Rana’s Historic Five-Wicket Haul
One name dominated the headlines after the 1st ODI — Nahid Rana.
Rana’s pace and bounce wreaked havoc on the Pakistan batting lineup. He picked up a wicket in each of his first five overs as Pakistan sank rapidly against his sheer speed.
Tanzid Hasan struck seven fours and five sixes in his unbeaten 42-ball 67, while Najmul Hossain Shanto made 27 with five fours — the pair adding 82 runs for the second wicket partnership.
Rana’s spell was described by cricket commentators as “pace is pace, yaar” — a phrase that instantly became viral among South Asian cricket fans.
4. 2nd ODI Scorecard – Pakistan Strikes Back
Date: March 13, 2026 Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
| Team | Score | Overs |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 274 All Out | 50 |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 114 All Out | 23.3 |
Result: Pakistan won by 128 runs (DLS Method) Rain-reduced target for Bangladesh: 243 runs in 32 overs
Pakistan 274 all out (Sadaqat 75, Salman Agha 64, Hossain 3-56) beat Bangladesh 114 all out (Litton 41, Sadaqat 3-23, Rauf 3-26) by 127 runs via DLS method. Maaz Sadaqat’s all-round performance helped Pakistan roar back to level the series with a thumping win.
The series was back to 1-1 — and the Mirpur crowd could sense that the decider would be something special.
5. Maaz Sadaqat: Pakistan’s Comeback Hero
Sadaqat’s sparkling innings set the tone for the entirety of the 2nd ODI. He ensured there would be no repeat of the batting implosion Pakistan suffered in the first match.
He was determined to let no bowler bog him down — the biggest statement of intent coming when he launched Nahid Rana over mid-off for six in his first over. By the time he fell, he had scored 75 of Pakistan’s first 103 runs, at a run rate in excess of eight.
Then, with the ball in hand, he picked up 3 wickets for just 23 runs to wrap up Bangladesh’s batting. A Player of the Match performance that reminded everyone why Pakistan’s new generation deserves its spotlight.
6. Bangladesh Playing XI – Key Players to Watch
Bangladesh went in with an unchanged XI for the series decider: Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (capt), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Mustafizur Rahman.
Player Spotlight: Saif Hassan
Mohammad Saif Hassan (born October 30, 1998) plays primarily as a right-handed top-order batter and occasional off-spin bowler for Bangladesh in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is since 2020. He opens the batting and has been a steady presence at the top of the order throughout this series.
Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
Shanto is Bangladesh’s steady hand in the middle order — a left-hander with class and experience, he is crucial to Bangladesh’s run-chasing ability and has shown excellent form in the powerplay during this series.
7. Pakistan Playing XI – Changes for the Decider
Pakistan made three changes for the 3rd ODI to freshen up their lineup.
Ghazi Ghori and Saad Masood slotted into the one-day side for Pakistan for the first time as debutants, with injured Hussain Talat and struggling Shamyl Hussain missing out. Abrar Ahmed was also brought back in place of Mohammad Wasim.
Pakistan 3rd ODI XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Ghazi Ghori, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha, Abdul Samad, Saad Masood, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi (capt), Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf.
8. BAN vs PAK: Series Timeline & Head-to-Head
The Bangladesh vs Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the most intriguing in Asian cricket. Here’s a quick timeline of their recent ODI meetings:
| Date | Match | Result |
| March 11, 2026 | 1st ODI, Mirpur | Bangladesh won by 8 wkts |
| March 13, 2026 | 2nd ODI, Mirpur | Pakistan won by 128 runs (DLS) |
| March 15, 2026 | 3rd ODI, Mirpur | In Progress 🔴 LIVE |
| Feb 27, 2025 | ODI | Match Abandoned |
| Oct 31, 2023 | ODI | Pakistan won by 7 wkts |
| Sep 6, 2023 | ODI | Pakistan won by 7 wkts |
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The fact that Bangladesh have already beaten Pakistan in this series — on home soil — makes the decider all the more electric.
9. 3rd ODI Preview – Today’s Decider at Mirpur
Date: March 15, 2026 (TODAY) Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur Toss: Pakistan won the toss and chose to field
Pakistan opted to take the field first in the series decider against Bangladesh, with the visitors now chasing for the first time in the series. The match is being played on the same pitch used in the first ODI.
At the time of writing, Bangladesh were batting with the score at 12/0 in the early overs. The series hangs on a knife’s edge — can Bangladesh hold on to win the series at home? Or will Pakistan’s fast bowlers deliver another dramatic collapse?
10. Key Insights & Interesting Facts
- Bangladesh completed their 115-run ODI chase in just 15.1 overs in the 1st game — making it the shortest ODI ever played between Bangladesh and Pakistan in terms of total overs bowled.
- In a striking coincidence, both teams were dismissed for the exact score of 114 — Pakistan in the 1st ODI and Bangladesh in the 2nd ODI
- Nahid Rana’s 5/24 in the 1st ODI were his best figures in ODI cricket — a maiden five-wicket haul that terrorized one of Asia’s strongest batting lineups.
- Maaz Sadaqat scored 75 off just 46 balls in the 2nd ODI, setting up Pakistan’s 274 — then returned to take 3 wickets with the ball, making him an undeniable match-winner.
- Saif Hassan made his international debut during Bangladesh’s tour of Pakistan in February 2020 — making his appearances against Pakistan particularly meaningful in his career arc.
Conclusion
The Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI series 2026 has given cricket fans everything — raw pace, explosive batting, a dramatic DLS twist, and now a winner-takes-all decider on March 15.
Bangladesh are fighting to secure a historic home series win against Pakistan. Pakistan are determined to prove their fast-bowling unit and explosive top order can win matches away from home.
With the 3rd ODI live right now, one thing is certain — this is must-watch cricket. Bookmark the scorecard, follow the live updates, and keep your eyes on Nahid Rana and Maaz Sadaqat — two men who have defined this series.
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FAQ Section
Q1. What is the latest scorecard for Bangladesh vs Pakistan ODI series 2026?
As of March 15, 2026, Bangladesh lead the series 1-1. Bangladesh won the 1st ODI by 8 wickets and Pakistan won the 2nd ODI by 128 runs (DLS). The 3rd and final ODI is being played today at Mirpur.
Q2. Who is the Player of the Match for the 1st ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan?
Nahid Rana was the Player of the Match in the 1st ODI for his maiden five-wicket haul (5/24) that shot out Pakistan for just 114 runs.
Q3. What was the score of the 2nd ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan?
Pakistan posted 274 all out, and Bangladesh were bowled out for 114 in a rain-reduced chase targeting 243 from 32 overs. Pakistan won by 128 runs via the DLS method, with Maaz Sadaqat winning the Player of the Match award.
Q4. Who is Saif Hassan and what is his role in Bangladesh cricket?
Mohammad Saif Hassan (born October 30, 1998) is a right-handed top-order batter who has represented Bangladesh in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is since 2020. He is a versatile opener known for his calm technique and consistent domestic performances.
Q5. Where can I watch the BAN vs PAK 3rd ODI live today?
The 3rd ODI is available to watch live on Star Sports, Gazi TV, and T Sports. Live scores and ball-by-ball commentary are available on ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz.
Last Updated: March 15, 2026 | Verified Match Data | Written for Google Discover & SEO