New Zealand opts to field in the third ODI against Bangladesh in Chattogram.
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New Zealand captain Tom Latham won the toss and elected to bowl first in the third Bangladesh vs NZ ODI in Chattogram. This final match serves as a series decider, with both teams currently tied at one win apiece.
Team Changes for the Chattogram Match
The home side introduced two changes for this critical Chattogram match. Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman and spinner Tanvir Islam joined the starting lineup, replacing Taskin Ahmed and Rishad Hossain. These adjustments aim to strengthen the bowling attack after the second match victory.
New Zealand also modified its bowling unit for this encounter. Left-arm fast bowler Ben Lister was selected to play, replacing Blair Tickner in the squad.
The visitors are looking to reclaim the lead following their 26-run victory in the series opener.
Series Status and Squad Details
The three-match Bangladesh vs New Zealand ODI series has featured competitive performances from both nations.
After New Zealand’s initial win, Bangladesh leveled the series behind Nahid Rana’s five-wicket haul. Both teams will travel to Dhaka following this match for the final T20I on May 2.
The starting lineups for the third ODI are as follows:
- Bangladesh: Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana.
- New Zealand: Henry Nicholls, Nick Kelly, Will Young, Dean Foxcroft, Tom Latham, Muhammad Abbas, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Ben Lister, Will O’Rourke, Jayden Lennox.
Key Takeaways
- New Zealand elected to field first in the series decider in Chattogram.
- Mustafizur Rahman returned to the Bangladesh side alongside Tanvir Islam.
- The ODI series is currently tied 1-1 between the two nations.
Quiz
| Question |
| 1. Which player was brought into the New Zealand side for the third ODI? A) Blair Tickner B) Ben Lister C) Finn Allen D) Rachin Ravindra |
| 2. Who is the captain of the New Zealand team for this series? A) Kane Williamson B) Tom Latham C) Tim Southee D) Mitchell Santner |
| 3. On what date is the third T20I scheduled to take place in Dhaka? A) April 23 B) April 30 C) May 2 D) May 5 |
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