Afghanistan in final after Rashid dominates Bangladesh: UAE Tri Nations AFG v BAN (Abu ...

Spinner Rashid Khan was the star as Afghanistan secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the third ODI of the UAE Tri-Nation Series after bowling their opponents out for 160.

Parvez Hossain Emon top-scored with 70, while Saif Hassan contributed 41, but Bangladesh struggled to build substantial partnerships. Rashid Khan spearheaded Afghanistan’s attack with an impressive four for 31, supported by two wickets from Ahmadzai, as Bangladesh were dismissed in 41.2 overs.

Afghanistan chased down the target with 14.3 overs to spare, finishing on 161 for three. Rahmat Shah anchored the innings with an unbeaten 67, while Hashmatullah Shahidi remained not out on 36 to guide his side home.

Taskin Ahmed claimed two wickets for Bangladesh, but Afghanistan’s composed batting ensured a comfortable victory and strengthened their position in the tri-series.

Afghanistan 161 for 3 (Rahmat 67*, Shahidi 36*, Taskin 2-36) beat Bangladesh 160 (Emon 70, Saif 41, Rashid 4-31, Ahmadzai 2-21) by seven wickets.

Oct 2026.