Bangladesh began their Asia Cup 2025 campaign in style, defeating Hong Kong by 7 wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The victory was built on disciplined bowling and a composed batting display led by captain Litton Das.
🔹 Match Summary
- Match: Asia Cup 2025, Group B – Bangladesh vs Hong Kong
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Toss: Bangladesh won and chose to bowl first
- Result: Bangladesh won by 7 wickets with 14 balls to spare
📊 Full Scorecard
Hong Kong Innings – 143/7 (20 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeeshan Ali (wk) | 30 | 34 | 3 | 1 | 88.24 | c Mustafizur b Sakib |
| Anshy Rath | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 | b Taskin |
| Babar Hayat | 14 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 116.67 | b Sakib |
| Nizakat Khan | 42 | 40 | 2 | 1 | 105.00 | c Sakib b Rishad |
| Yasim Murtaza (c) | 28 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 147.37 | Run out |
| Aizaz Khan | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 83.33 | c Jaker b Taskin |
| Kinchit Shah | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | lbw b Rishad |
| Kalhan Challu | 4* | 3 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 | Not out |
| Ehsan Khan | 2* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 | Not out |
| Extras | 14 | — | — | — | — | (3 lb, 9 w, 2 nb) |
Total: 143/7 in 20 overs
Bangladesh Bowling:
- Taskin Ahmed: 4-0-38-2
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib: 4-1-21-2
- Rishad Hossain: 4-0-31-2
- Mustafizur Rahman: 4-0-22-0
- Mahedi Hasan: 4-0-28-0
Bangladesh Innings – 144/3 (17.4 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parvez Hossain Emon | 19 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 135.71 | c Babar b Shukla |
| Tanzid Hasan | 14 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 77.78 | c Nizakat b Ateeq |
| Litton Das (c & wk) | 59 | 39 | 6 | 1 | 151.28 | b Ateeq |
| Towhid Hridoy | 35* | 36 | 1 | 0 | 97.22 | Not out |
| Jaker Ali | 0* | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Not out |
| Extras | 17 | — | — | — | — | (2 lb, 9 w, 2 nb) |
Total: 144/3 in 17.4 overs
Hong Kong Bowling:
- Ateeq Iqbal: 3.4-0-14-2
- Ayush Shukla: 3-0-32-1
- Ehsan Khan: 3-0-28-0
- Yasim Murtaza: 4-0-39-0
- Aizaz Khan: 3-0-14-0
- Kinchit Shah: 1-0-11-0
🔹 Match Analysis
Hong Kong – Bright Starts, But No Finish
Hong Kong had some good individual contributions—Nizakat Khan’s steady 42 and Yasim Murtaza’s quick 28—but they couldn’t sustain momentum. Their middle overs were too slow, and Bangladesh’s bowlers never allowed them to accelerate at the death.
Bangladesh – Calm and Clinical
Bangladesh’s chase was guided by Litton Das, who led by example. His 59 set the foundation, and Towhid Hridoy provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 35. They paced the innings well, never letting Hong Kong sniff a comeback.
🔹 Turning Points
- Bangladesh choosing to bowl first – They used early conditions perfectly.
- Sakib’s double strikes – Broke Hong Kong’s top-order rhythm.
- Litton’s half-century – Anchored the chase and took away any pressure.
🔹 What It Means
- Bangladesh: A confident start, boosting their chances of progressing deep into the tournament. Their batting and bowling units both looked in sync.
- Hong Kong: Showed fight, but lacked the finishing touches in both batting and bowling. They’ll need more consistency to challenge full-member nations.
📝 FAQs on Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, Asia Cup 2025
Q1. Who won the Bangladesh vs Hong Kong match in Asia Cup 2025?
Bangladesh won the match by 7 wickets, chasing down 144 in 17.4 overs.
Q2. Who was the top scorer for Bangladesh?
Captain Litton Das was the top scorer with 59 runs off 39 balls, guiding the chase.
Q3. Who were the standout bowlers for Bangladesh?
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib: 2/21 in 4 overs
- Rishad Hossain: 2/31 in 4 overs
- Taskin Ahmed: 2/38 in 4 overs
Q4. How did Hong Kong perform in batting?
Hong Kong posted 143/7 in 20 overs. Nizakat Khan (42) and Zeeshan Ali (30) were their main contributors.
Q5. What was the turning point of the match?
Litton Das’s half-century set the tone for Bangladesh’s chase, while Sakib’s early breakthroughs restricted Hong Kong.
Q6. What’s next for Bangladesh and Hong Kong in Asia Cup 2025?
Bangladesh will look to continue their winning momentum against stronger teams, while Hong Kong will aim to bounce back and play more competitive cricket in their upcoming fixtures.
✅ Conclusion
Bangladesh’s 7-wicket victory was professional and commanding. The bowlers restricted Hong Kong effectively, and Litton Das’s captain’s knock ensured a smooth chase. For Hong Kong, it was another valuable learning curve, but the gulf in experience was evident.
As the Asia Cup continues, Bangladesh will look to carry this momentum into tougher clashes, while Hong Kong will regroup and aim for stronger performances in their upcoming matches.
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