Bangladesh completed a clean 3–0 whitewash over Afghanistan in the T20 International series after registering a commanding six-wicket victory in the final match at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The result highlighted Bangladesh’s growing consistency in the shortest format, with both their bowling discipline and top-order stability proving decisive once again.

Opting to bowl first, Bangladesh’s attack struck early and maintained relentless pressure throughout the Afghan innings. Afghanistan could only post 143 for nine in their allotted 20 overs, as wickets fell at regular intervals. Despite some resistance from Darwish Rasooli, who top-scored with 32, and Sediqullah Atal’s 28, the batting unit never quite found its rhythm. The Bangladeshi bowlers executed their plans with precision, limiting boundaries and forcing the Afghan batters into mistakes.

Among the standout performers was pacer Mohammad Saifuddin, who delivered a superb spell of 3 for 15, dismantling Afghanistan’s middle order. Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Nasum Ahmed also chipped in with two wickets each, ensuring that Afghanistan’s innings never gathered momentum. The sharp fielding display by Bangladesh further added to the pressure, reflecting the team’s renewed focus on fitness and agility.

Chasing a modest target of 144, Bangladesh made light work of the pursuit, finishing at 144 for four in just 18 overs. Opener Saif Hassan led the charge with an unbeaten 64 off 38 deliveries, playing a composed yet aggressive knock. His innings included two boundaries and seven towering sixes, displaying remarkable control and confidence. His fluent stroke play and clean hitting ensured Bangladesh crossed the finish line comfortably, sealing the series with authority.

Earlier in the series, Bangladesh had claimed the opening match by four wickets before edging out a tight two-wicket win in the second T20I. The clean sweep marks Bangladesh’s second T20I whitewash over Afghanistan — the first coming in a two-match series at home in 2023.

This result reinforces Bangladesh’s upward trajectory in T20 cricket, particularly with young players stepping up under pressure. The team’s ability to adapt across conditions and execute a balanced bowling attack was evident throughout the series, leaving fans optimistic ahead of future tournaments.