Bangladesh vs New Zealand — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
World Cup 2027 • New Zealand won the match by 3 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 50-over encounter of World Cup 2027, Bangladesh took on New Zealand on Jun 13, 2026, 12:41 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: New Zealand won the match by 3 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 697 runs and 11 wickets fall between New Zealand (350/2 in 50.0 overs) and Bangladesh (347/9 in 50.0 overs).
2. New Zealand Innings Breakdown (350/2)
Batting in the first innings, New Zealand finished on 350/2 from 50.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 7.00 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, New Zealand accumulated 8 runs for the loss of 1 wicket. Kane Williamson spearheaded the batting effort with 181 runs off 148 balls (including 8 fours and 8 sixes at a strike rate of 122.3). Valuable middle-order support came from Rachin Ravindra, who contributed 132 runs off 111 deliveries, while Daryl Mitchell added 37 (40b). With the ball in the first innings, Mehidy Hasan Miraz led the bowling figures with 2/87 in 10.0 overs (economy 8.70), assisted by Shoriful Islam (0/46 in 10.0 overs).
3. Bangladesh Chase & Second Innings Summary (347/9)
Pursuing a target of 351 runs for victory, Bangladesh recorded 347/9 in 50.0 overs at a scoring rate of 6.94 runs per over. Shakib Al Hasan anchored the chase for Bangladesh with 145 runs from 80 balls (10 fours, 5 sixes, strike rate 181.3), alongside Mahmudullah who chipped in with 137 off 115 balls. Defending the total, Mitchell Santner delivered a key spell of 4/76 across 10.0 overs at an economy rate of 7.60, while Trent Boult finished with 3/88 (10.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand), who combined for 285 runs off 245 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 5 catches, 0 run-outs, and 1 stumping, with TOM LATHAM making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) topped the match rankings with 400.0 total points, followed closely by Mitchell Santner (267.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Kane Williamson.