On March 11, 2026, Pakistan faced Bangladesh in the 1st ODI of a three-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and elected to field first under lights, setting the stage for a day-night clash. The match saw Bangladesh’s bowlers dominate early, bundling out Pakistan for a low total of 114 all out in just 30.4 overs, thanks to a brilliant five-wicket haul from pacer Nahid Rana.

This performance comes after Bangladesh’s strong showing in recent series (including a 2-1 ODI win over West Indies in late 2025), while Pakistan fielded a revamped side with several debutants in the 50-over format.

Match Summary & Key Moments

• Toss: Bangladesh won and chose to bowl.
• Pakistan Innings: Batted first but collapsed dramatically. Openers Sahibzada Farhan and Maaz Sadaqat gave a steady start (37/0 in 9.3 overs), but once wickets fell, the middle order crumbled.
• Bowling Highlights: Nahid Rana claimed a fifer (5 wickets), dismantling Pakistan’s batting with pace and accuracy. Mehidy Hasan Miraz chipped in with key scalps.
• Top Scorer for Pakistan: Faheem Ashraf fought with 37 off 43 balls (late resistance), but the rest couldn’t build partnerships.
• Fall of Wickets: Early breakthroughs in the teens, then a middle-order slide, ending at 114/10.
• Bangladesh Chase: Match updates show Bangladesh starting their innings strongly after Pakistan’s collapse—chase expected to be straightforward on a good batting surface.

The low total puts immense pressure on Bangladesh’s batsmen to seal a 1-0 series lead, but given home conditions and form, they are favorites to chase it down comfortably.

Alt: Pakistan batsmen struggling during collapse in 1st ODI vs Bangladesh March 11, 2026

Pakistan Innings Breakdown

Pakistan’s batting lineup featured new faces like Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Shamyl Hussain making their ODI debuts under captain Shaheen Shah Afridi. Early promise faded quickly:

• Powerplay: Solid 37/0 – Farhan (23) and Sadaqat (14) looked comfortable.
• Middle Overs Collapse: Wickets tumbled rapidly – Farhan out for 23, followed by quick dismissals of Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Agha, and others.
• Lower Order Fight: Faheem Ashraf’s 37 provided some respectability, but tailenders couldn’t hold on.

Pakistan’s total of 114 is one of their lowest in recent ODIs against Bangladesh in home conditions. Rana’s spell was clinical, exploiting swing and bounce.

Alt: Nahid Rana celebrating wicket during his five-wicket haul vs Pakistan in 1st ODI Dhaka 2026

Bangladesh Bowling Stats & Player Performances

Bangladesh’s attack was on fire:

• Nahid Rana: 5 wickets – standout performer, pace and variations troubled everyone.
• Other Contributions: Mustafizur Rahman (1/18), Taskin Ahmed, and spinners like Mehidy Hasan kept things tight.
• Economy & Control: Bangladesh bowlers maintained pressure, with extras minimal and fielding sharp.

This display echoes Bangladesh’s recent bowling strength, seen in their series wins over West Indies.

For full scorecard details, check official sources like ESPNcricinfo scorecard or Times of India live blog.

Alt: Bangladesh players celebrating after dismissing Pakistan batsman in Mirpur ODI March 2026

Where to Watch Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live & Replays

• Live Streaming in Pakistan: PTV Sports, Ten Sports, or Jazz Tamasha app.
• In Bangladesh: Gazi TV, T Sports, or BTV.
• International: Willow TV (USA), FanCode (India), or ICC.tv.
• Highlights & Replays: Available on YouTube (official PCB/BCCB channels) shortly after the match, plus ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz for ball-by-ball commentary.

If you’re searching for “pak vs ban today match live” or “pak vs bangladesh live today match”, these platforms offer free highlights and full replays post-match.

Alt: Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium crowd during Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI 2026

Series Context & What’s Next

This is the first of three ODIs in the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh 2025-26 series. Bangladesh aims to build momentum after strong home performances, while Pakistan looks to stabilize their white-ball setup with fresh talent.

Next match: 2nd ODI (likely March 13 or 14 – check schedule for confirmation).

Bangladesh’s dominant bowling today sets a high bar—expect a competitive chase and potential series thriller.