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Following the easing of tensions between India and Pakistan, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has received government approval for its upcoming white-ball tour of Pakistan, according to international media reports.
The T20 rivalry between Pakistan and Bangladesh has seen exciting matches, big scores, top performances, and unforgettable moments. Here is a full look at the head-to-head record, key player stats, and where you can watch the matches live.
Head-to-Head record in T20Is
Pakistan and Bangladesh have played 19 T20 matches. Pakistan has won 16 times, while Bangladesh has won 3 matches. This shows that Pakistan has been the better team overall in T20 cricket.
Most runs scored in T20Is between Pakistan vs Bangladesh
The top run-scorer in this rivalry is Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) with 360 runs in 11 matches, and his highest score is 84. Next is Mohammad Hafeez (Pakistan) with 277 runs in 10 matches (HS: 67 not out). Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan) is close behind with 274 runs in 9 matches, and a best of 78 not out. Tamim Iqbal (Bangladesh) has scored 235 runs in 11 games, while Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) made 208 runs in 12 games. Babar Azam (Pakistan) has 195 runs in 8 matches, with a highest of 66 not out.
Most Sixes in Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20Is
Shahid Afridi (Pakistan) hit the most sixes with 13. Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) comes next with 10 sixes. Then come Nazimuddin (Bangladesh) and Afif Hossain (Bangladesh), both with 8 sixes. Imran Nazir (Pakistan) hit 7 sixes in the matches.
Most Fifties by a player in T20Is between Pakistan and Bangladesh
Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) has scored the most fifties — 4 half-centuries in this rivalry. Ahmed Shehzad (Pakistan) has scored 1 fifty and 1 century, making two 50+ scores. Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan), Babar Azam (Pakistan), and Mohammad Hafeez (Pakistan) have all scored two fifties each.
Most ducks in Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20Is
Some players have been out for zero more than once. Umar Akmal (Pakistan), Saif Hassan (Bangladesh), Haider Ali (Pakistan), Soumya Sarkar (Bangladesh), and Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) have all gotten out for zero runs twice in these matches.
Most wickets in Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20Is
Mohammad Wasim (Pakistan) and Shahid Afridi (Pakistan) have taken the most wickets — 10 each. Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan), Shadab Khan (Pakistan), and Taskin Ahmed (Bangladesh) have all taken 8 wickets in these games.
Best bowling figures in a Match
The best bowling performance is from Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan), who took 4 wickets for 22 runs. Mansoor Amjad (Pakistan) had a dream spell of 3 wickets for 3 runs. Mahmudullah (Bangladesh) took 3 wickets for 10 runs, Arshad Iqbal (Pakistan) took 3 for 14, and Hasan Ali (Pakistan) got 3 for 22.
Most Runs Conceded in a Match
Sometimes bowlers have bad days. Mashrafe Mortaza (Bangladesh) gave away 63 runs in one match — the most by any bowler in this rivalry. He also appears again with 53 runs conceded. Farhad Reza (Bangladesh) gave 55 runs, Mohammad Saifuddin (Bangladesh) also gave 53, and Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh) gave away 48 runs.
Highest Partnerships in Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20Is
The biggest partnership is between Salman Butt and Kamran Akmal (Pakistan) — 142 runs together. Mohammad Hafeez and Babar Azam (Pakistan) had a partnership of 131 not out, and Hafeez with Imran Nazir (Pakistan) made 124 runs. The best from Bangladesh was by Shakib Al Hasan and Sabbir Rahman, who had an unbeaten 105-run stand. Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam (Pakistan) added 101 runs together.
Highest Team Totals by Pakistan vs Bangladesh in T20Is
Pakistan has posted big scores in many matches. Their top scores are:
- 203/5 in Karachi
- 201/5 at Eden Gardens
- 191/7 in Nairobi
- 190/5 in Mirpur
- 178/2 in Pallekele
Lowest Team Totals by Bangladesh vs Pakistan in T20Is
Bangladesh has had some tough batting performances. Their lowest scores are:
- 85/9 in Mirpur
- 101 all out in Karachi
- 108/7, 124/7, and 127/7 – all in Mirpur
Where to Watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh T20Is Live
In Pakistan, fans can watch the matches live on PTV Sports or stream online on the Tamasha app.
In Bangladesh, fans can tune in to GTV (Gazi TV) or watch online on the Rabbithole app.
Viewers in other countries can check their local sports channels or streaming services.
