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Asia Cup Updates: Litton's fifty guides B'desh to victory

Thu, 11 September 2025

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23:39

Litton's fifty guides Bangladesh to victory

Bangladesh 144-3 (17.4 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

A polished and composed effort from Bangladesh.

After losing their openers in the powerplay, Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy rebuilt the innings with patience and purpose.

Litton's innings gathered momentum, culminating in a blistering 59 off 39 balls that broke Hong Kong's challenge and guided Bangladesh to a commanding win.

23:37

Litton masterclass powers B'desh to easy win

Bangladesh 144-3 (17.4 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Ateeq Iqbal comes in to bowl-and strikes! Litton Das is bowled! Trying to loft, Litton gets an inside edge that crashes into the middle stump. He should have finished the match but departs just before the winning runs.

Jaker Ali is on strike, and a leg bye takes the scores level! Towhid Hridoy taps the next ball down for none before stealing a single to deep square leg-and that's it!

Bangladesh seal the win!

Bangladesh kick off their Asia Cup campaign with a convincing victory, winning by 7 wickets with 14 balls to spare.

23:32

Fifty comes up for Litton Das!

Bangladesh 142-2 (17 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Ehsan continues the attack. Towhid Hridoy sweeps but can't find the boundary, getting no run. He then picks up a single towards deep backward square leg. Litton Das follows by pushing the ball to long-on for another single. Hridoy skips down the track but manages only one, while Litton stays back and punches it to long-on for a single. A dot ball ends the over. With just 2 runs needed, Bangladesh is on the brink of victory.

23:30

Fifty comes up for Litton Das!

Bangladesh 138-2 (16 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Murtaza returns to bowl, but Litton Das welcomes him with a massive six! He follows it up with two more runs to bring up his fifty off just 33 balls-what a sensational way for the Bangladesh skipper to kickstart his Asia Cup campaign!

Litton isn't done yet-he cuts one behind square for another boundary, bringing the equation down to just 8 needed! A single off the next ball and another to finish the over take the total to 16 runs from it.

After 16 overs, Bangladesh are 138 for 2 and need just 6 runs off 24 balls to seal the win.

23:26

Bangladesh cruises

Bangladesh 122-2 (15 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Ayush Shukla returns to the attack, but Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy are in no mood to let him settle. They steal a single each before Litton unleashes back-to-back boundaries. Two more singles follow to wrap up the over, which yields 12 runs. After 14 overs, Bangladesh are 112 for 2 and need 32 off 36 balls.

Ehsan Khan takes over, but his deliveries fail to trouble the batters. One ball is hit in the air but lands safely, allowing Towhid to pick up a single. Litton follows up with a boundary and adds more singles, keeping the scoreboard ticking. The over brings in 10 runs, leaving Bangladesh at 122 for 2 after 15 overs. They now need 22 runs off 30 balls.

With the target within reach, Bangladesh looks set to close the game in style.

23:19

100 comes up for Bangladesh

Bangladesh 100-2 (13 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Murtaza starts the action after the drinks break, and runs are flowing freely for Bangladesh. Eight runs come off the 11th over, taking the score to 82 for 2.

Aizaz Khan continues at the other end. Litton is trapped in front early, but the umpire says not out! Hong Kong reviews the decision, but there's not enough evidence to overturn it-Litton stays at the crease. He makes the most of it, picking up a single off the next delivery, followed by a couple of extra runs as the over finishes. Seven runs come off it, and after 12 overs, Bangladesh are 89 for 2.

Kinchit Shah makes his debut, replacing an outgoing batter. Litton wastes no time, freeing his arms to smash a boundary. A few more singles follow as runs keep coming easily. Eleven runs are added in the over, bringing Bangladesh to 110 for 2 after 13 overs.

They now need 44 off 42 balls with plenty of wickets in hand.

23:00

Bangladesh cruises at the halfway mark

Bangladesh 74-2 (10 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Murtaza continues from one end as Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy exchange a few singles. Just 4 runs come off the over, leaving Bangladesh at 70 for 2 after 9 overs.

Aizaz Khan keeps up the pressure at the other end. Litton stands tall and tugs one towards deep mid-wicket for a single, while Hridoy picks up a couple of runs. He then defends the next two deliveries before taking another single. The over yields 4 runs, bringing Bangladesh to 74 for 2 after 10 overs.

At the halfway mark, Bangladesh need 70 off 60 balls with eight wickets in hand'"a strong platform to build on.

22:50

Litton, Hridoy keep B'desh ticking along

Bangladesh 66-2 (8 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Hong Kong skipper Murtaza brings himself on to bowl. Litton Das starts by defending the first two deliveries. He then uses the angle to paddle one fine for a couple of runs before unleashing a boundary with a powerful shot. Murtaza oversteps on the next ball, and a no-ball is called. A single off the final delivery wraps up the over, which yields 11 runs. After 7 overs, Bangladesh are 62 for 2.

Aizaz Khan is introduced at the other end. Towhid Hridoy opens with a cut shot past point for a single. Litton responds by stepping down the track and slashing one to deep third for another single.

Hridoy defends the next two deliveries before one going down the leg side is called a wide. He then waits deep in his crease and cuts a sharp delivery past backward point for a single. The over ends with a dot ball. Four runs come off it, and after 8 overs, Bangladesh are 66 for 2.

22:39

Nizakat's brilliance ends Tanzid's innings

Bangladesh 51-2 (6 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Ateeq Iqbal continues from the other end. Tanzid swings at the first delivery but misses, and Zeeshan fails to gather the ball cleanly- Bangladesh pick up four byes! Tanzid then defends the next ball and follows it up with a couple more runs. Eight runs come off the over, and after four overs, Bangladesh are 32 for 1.

Ehsan is brought into the attack inside the powerplay, bowling over the wicket to new batter and Bangladesh skipper Litton Das. Litton gets off the mark with a single. Tanzid responds with a jab that brings him a couple of runs. The next ball is speared down leg side for wides-five in total-giving Bangladesh a boost. Tanzid capitalises on a short and wide delivery, smashing it for a boundary before adding two more singles to finish the over. A total of 14 runs come off it, and after five overs, Bangladesh are 46 for 1.

Ateeq Iqbal bowls his third consecutive over. Litton picks up a single off the first delivery. Tanzid defends the next two before slicing one, and there's an appeal for a catch! Nizakat makes a brilliant running catch at mid-off. Initially misjudging the flight, he recovers quickly and plucks the ball cleanly over his right shoulder. A superb grab-and Hong Kong claim their second wicket as Tanzid Hasan departs for 14 off 18 balls. Hridoy walks in to join Litton and confidently defends the first delivery.

22:26

Ayush strikes! Bangladesh lose Emon

Bangladesh 24-1 (3 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Ateeq Iqbal comes on to share the new ball. Emon presses forward and drives the first delivery straight to mid-off for no run. He then defends a few deliveries with composure before letting one come to him and glancing it towards short fine leg for a single. The next ball goes down the leg side and is called wide, followed by two more runs to finish the over. Four runs come off it after two overs, with Bangladesh 13 without loss.

Ayush Shukla continues from the other end. Emon starts confidently, playing a shot towards mid-wicket for a single. Shukla oversteps again and a no-ball is called. Tanzid and Emon capitalise, picking up a few more runs. Emon then smashes a huge six, showcasing his intent. On the next delivery, he tries to turn it away but ends up lobbing it towards the off side, failing to get any runs. The following ball is skied high, and Babar Hayat at deep mid-wicket makes no mistake, completing the catch. Emon departs for 19 off 14 balls.

A quick 11 runs and a wicket come off the over, with Bangladesh at 24 for 1 after three overs.

22:14

Bangladesh off to a good start

Bangladesh 9-0 (1 Ovs) vs Hong Kong 143-7 | Scorecard

Parvez Hossain Emon and Tanzid Hasan walk out to bat as Ayush Shukla takes the new ball.

Emon starts with a solid defense before launching into back-to-back boundaries. He then gets on his toes and tucks the next delivery into the square leg region for a single. Tanzid stays composed, defending the final two balls of the over. A brisk 9 without loss comes off the first over.

21:53

143! Hong Kong sets a solid target

Hong Kong 143-7 (20 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Hong Kong finished on 143, a marked improvement on their heavy defeat to Afghanistan.

The batting saw contributions from across the order-some steady, some brisk-but nothing truly spectacular. The highlight came with the ball, as Tanzim Hasan Sakib delivered a series of brilliant spells.

21:50

143! Hong Kong sets a solid target

Hong Kong 143-7 (20 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Taskin Ahmed comes back to bowl the final over for Bangladesh. Aizaz Khan starts with a couple of runs but skies the next delivery straight to Jaker, who takes the catch. Aizaz departs for 5 off 6 balls.

Ehsan walks in at the striker's end, with Challu at the non-striker's end.

Taskin oversteps on the first delivery, and a no-ball is called. The batters exchange singles off the next two deliveries. Challu then picks up a couple more runs, followed by a single to finish the over.

Nine runs come off it, and after 20 overs, Hong Kong are 143 for 7.

21:43

Two balls, 2 wkts! Rishad on fire

Hong Kong 134-6 (19 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Rishad Hossain comes back for the penultimate over. Aizaz Khan starts with a single. Nizakat is in attacking mode now-he smashes a huge six and follows it up with a single. The next ball is lofted in the air but lands safely, allowing Aizaz to survive. But Nizakat's aggression costs him on the following delivery- he skies one straight to Tanzim Hasan at long-on. Rishad gets the last laugh as Nizakat departs for 42 off 40 balls.

Kinchit Shah walks in as the new batter. There's a huge LBW shout on the very first delivery-he's given out but reviews immediately. The review fails, and he's dismissed. Hong Kong lose two quick wickets in a dramatic turnaround.

21:35

Murtaza falls to a horrendous runout

Hong Kong 125-4 (18 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Mustafizur returns to the attack, and Nizakat along with Murtaza keep the runs flowing steadily. Six runs come off the 16th over, taking Hong Kong to 107 for 3.Taskin Ahmed comes back for his third over. Murtaza picks up an easy single, while Nizakat steps up and smashes a boundary. Four more runs flow for Hong Kong, with 10 coming off the 17th over to move the score to 117 for 3.

Mustafizur is back for another over-and strikes! A sensational run-out unfolds. Nizakat jabs a shot towards extra cover and sees his captain Murtaza charging down the track. The throw races to the bowler's end, and Mustafizur does the rest, leaving Murtaza stranded halfway. Murtaza departs for 28 off 19 balls.

Aizaz is the new batter walking in to join Nizakat.

21:20

100 comes up for Hong Kong

Hong Kong 101-3 (15 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Rishad Hossain returns to the attack. Nizakat miscues the first ball but manages a single. Murtaza angles one in, and a leg-bye is called. Nizakat flicks the next delivery towards point for another single. Murtaza then unleashes a boundary-almost caught spectacularly, but it pops out of Rishad's hands, saving Hong Kong four runs. An lbw shout follows, but it's too optimistic. Seven runs come off the over, and after 13 overs, Hong Kong are 78 for 3.

Tanzim continues from the other end. Nizakat defends the first delivery and picks up a single off the next. Murtaza steps back and collects a couple of runs before smashing a huge six on the following ball. Two more singles follow to end the over. Eleven runs come off it, bringing Hong Kong to 89 for 3 after 14 overs.

Mahedi Hasan is brought back into the attack. Nizakat powers one towards deep mid-wicket for a single. Murtaza gets down on the sweep and picks up another single. Nizakat adds a couple of runs with a firm shot before skying one safely. Murtaza then slams a huge six-and with that, Hong Kong reaches their 100-run milestone. A single off the final ball leaves Murtaza on strike. Twelve runs come off the over, and after 15 overs, Hong Kong are 101 for 3.

21:04

Tanzim strikes again, Hong Kong 3 down

Hong Kong 71-3 (12 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

After the drinks break, Mahedi Hasan comes back into the attack. Zeeshan Ali welcomes him with a stylish boundary and follows it up with a quick single. Nizakat stays composed, defending the next delivery but manages to take a single off the following ball.

A tidy over yields 7 runs, and after 11 overs, Hong Kong are 71 for 2.

Tanzim Hasan Sakib returns to bowl the next over. Zeeshan starts confidently, defending the first two balls with ease. But on the third delivery, he misjudges a lofted shot-it's in the air, and Mustafizur Rahman makes no mistake, pulling off a sensational catch! Zeeshan Ali departs for a well-fought 30 off 34 balls.

Captain Murtaza Khan walks in to take the crease. He defends the rest of the over. Maiden from Tanzim.

20:54

Bangladesh desperate for wickets

Hong Kong 64-2 (10 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Rishad Hossain continues with the ball, and Nizakat makes some space before driving it for a single. Zeeshan then comes alive, slamming a huge six that energizes the Hong Kong dugout. He follows it with a punch towards point but doesn't get a run.

On the next ball, he finds the boundary again, and shortly after, picks up a single to keep the scoreboard ticking. Nizakat responds by stepping forward and driving it elegantly towards long-off for another single.A lively over yields 13 runs, and after 9 overs, Hong Kong are 58 for 2.Mustafizur returns to bowl the 10th over. Nizakat starts cautiously, defending the first two deliveries. The third ball is lofted in the air but lands just short of deep third man, allowing a single.

Zeeshan wastes no time, blasting the next ball for a boundary. He keeps the momentum going with a quick single soon after. The runs have started flowing freely for Hong Kong.

Six runs come off the over, taking them to 64 for 2 after 10 overs.

20:45

Hong Kong 45-2 (8 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Mustafizur is brought into the attack, and new batter Nizakat Khan gets things going with a couple of runs, followed by another single. Zeeshan Ali then plays out the remainder of the over with solid defense. Only 3 runs come off the sixth over, with Hong Kong at 34 for 2.

It's been a tidy powerplay for Bangladesh, keeping things tight. There's a change in bowling as Rishad Hossain is introduced. Nizakat pushes the ball towards long-on for a single, while Zeeshan comes forward and slices it towards backward point to pick up another single. Nizakat plays a cautious defensive shot next and scrapes a run, while Zeeshan blocks the final delivery. Just 3 runs come off the over, taking Hong Kong to 37 for 2 after 7 overs.

Another change in attack follows, with Mahedi Hasan coming in. Nizakat finds the gap towards deep square leg to steal a single. Zeeshan, struggling to score, defends firmly and is left on 6 off 20 balls. A delivery down the leg side is called wide, and Zeeshan swings at the next ball but misses, allowing Litton Das no chance to stop it. Three runs come from the over before Zeeshan finally scrapes a single off the last ball. Eight runs come off the eighth over, and Hong Kong move to 45 for 2.

20:30

Tanzim removes Hayat, Hong Kong 2 down

Hong Kong 31-2 (5 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Tanzim continues his spell, and Hayat swings wildly at the first ball-he's lucky his off stump survives by inches! That was a reckless shot, and he's fortunate to escape.

Hayat then tries to steady himself, playing a half-forward defensive stroke. But on the next delivery, he goes for glory, slamming a huge six! The stumps are rattled, and for a brief moment, it looks like he's hit his mark.

However, Tanzim erupts in celebration-the six was his last laugh. Hayat's aggression has cost him, and he's dismissed for 14 off 12 balls after that final blow.

Tanzim's wild celebrations underline his delight at turning the game in his favour.

20:27

Taskin strikes as Hong Kong lose Rath

Hong Kong 24-1 (4 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Tanzim Hasan Sakib is brought into the attack now-and what a delivery! It swings sharply and shows plenty of seam movement. Hayat, nibbling at it, is beaten all ends up as the ball flies past him and Litton gathers it safely near his face.

On the next ball, Hayat plays it towards mid-on but can't find a run.

Hayat then takes a bold step down the track and clips it past mid-on for a single-a dangerous shot that he's lucky to survive!

Zeeshan Ali responds by flicking a delivery towards mid-wicket for a couple of runs.

Tanzim sticks to his plan, hitting the grassy patches outside off stump and extracting movement once again.

Only 3 runs come off the over, and after 3 overs, Hong Kong are 16 for 1.Taskin continues from the other end as Hayat and Zeeshan exchange singles early in the over.

Hayat then finds some space and drives the ball past mid-off, picking up two runs with ease.

On the next delivery, he skips down the track and swings aggressively, slashing it over cover point for three runs- an impressive and confident shot! Zeeshan wraps up the over with a neat single.

Eight runs come off the over, and after four overs, Hong Kong are 24 for 1.

20:17

Taskin strikes as Hong Kong lose Rath

Hong Kong 13-1 (2 Ovs) vs Bangladesh | Scorecard

Zeeshan Ali and Anshuman Rath have been sent out to open the batting for Hong Kong, with Mahedi handed the new ball.

The over gets off to a cautious start as Zeeshan Ali edges the ball thickly outside off, and it races through to point for a single. He follows it up with a swing and miss, and leg byes are called. A huge lbw appeal follows, but the umpire doesn't give it! Bangladesh immediately go upstairs to review. The replay shows that the ball didn't hit the bat at all, and when ball tracking appears, it confirms Umpire's Call on impact. Zeeshan stays composed and defends the remainder of the over patiently. In the end, only two runs come off the first over.

From the other end, Taskin Ahmed takes the ball. He oversteps the crease on his very first delivery and is called for a no-ball.

Anshuman Rath responds in style, launching a glorious boundary to get off the mark emphatically.

The drama continues as a huge appeal for caught behind erupts after Taskin's next delivery. Taskin is clearly fired up, pleading with the umpire, and Bangladesh opts to go upstairs to review the decision. The next replay shows a sharp spike right next to the bat as the ball brushes past Rath's gloves. The decision goes against him, and Rath walks back to the pavilion after scoring 4 runs off just 5 balls. Taskin strikes and gets his first wicket of the match!

Babar Hayat is the new batter and starts cautiously, defending the first ball. However, he cant control the swing on the next delivery, and its flung a mile down the leg side. Litton has no chance of stopping it, and Hong Kong will be more than happy to take the extra runs!

Zeeshan Ali regains composure and neatly defends the final ball of the over.

At the end of two overs, Hong Kong are 13 for 1 11 runs and a wicket coming off the over.

19:54

Bangladesh win toss, opt to bowl vs Hong Kong

Bangladesh have won the toss and elected to field first.

Here are the playing XIs

Bangladesh: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das(w/c), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman

Hong Kong: Zeeshan Ali(w), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Kalhan Challu, Kinchit Shah, Yasim Murtaza(c), Aizaz Khan, Ehsan Khan, Ayush Shukla, Ateeq Iqbal

18:51

Can Bangladesh break their Asia Cup curse?

Hello and welcome to our coverage of the Asia Cup clash between Bangladesh and Hong Kong at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Bangladesh begin their campaign with a seemingly straightforward opener against a Hong Kong side still reeling from a crushing 94-run loss to Afghanistan.

Hong Kong's fragile batting lineup, with only two players reaching double figures in their loss, will be under pressure once again. Their bowlers, dismantled at the death, must quickly regroup to stay competitive.

For Bangladesh, the Asia Cup has often been one of promise without glory. They have reached three finals (2012, 2016, 2018), only to fall short against stronger opponents like India and Sri Lanka.

Litton Das will lead the team as captain for the first time in a major tournament. His dual role as wicketkeeper and batter brings stability, supported by a squad blending experience and youthful energy.

The return of Nurul Hasan after nearly three years strengthens both batting and keeping options. Towhid Hridoy adds middle-order firepower, Mustafizur Rahman remains a key death-overs weapon, and rising pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib offers new-ball discipline.

Bangladesh enters the tournament on the back of three consecutive series wins over Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and the Netherlands. However, history's shadow looms large, with past failures in ICC and ACC events weighing on the team.

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