Dublin: Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz rued a missed chance to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series against West Indies, saying that their lack of ability to hit the boundary in the super over cost them the game. Bangladesh were favorite to win the second ODI after managing 213-9, but West Indies, with the luck and pluck, kept them flowing in the game, taking it to the super over while making Bangladesh a part of a tied game for the first time after 813 matches across format.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Miraz expressed his disappointment after the match, acknowledging the new experience of the super over for his team and praising Mustafizur's bowling performance. However, he admitted that a boundary in the super over could have changed the result in their favor.
West Indies captain Shai Hope played a crucial role by hitting the only boundary in the super over, posting 10-1. Despite Akeal Hossain's wayward bowling, which gave Bangladesh an early advantage, he managed to defend the total, restricting Bangladesh to 9-1 and securing a morale-boosting victory for his team.
Miraz reflected on Bangladesh's strategy in the super over, mentioning the decision to send regular openers Saif Hassan and Soumya Sarkar to chase the total, while keeping Najmul Hossain Shanto ready for No.3. The popular choice, however, was Rishad Hossain, whose earlier performance had been impressive.
Rishad Hossain had played a key role in both batting and bowling. His quick-fire 39 not out helped Bangladesh surpass the 200-run mark, and his bowling figures of 3-42 contributed significantly to keeping West Indies in check during the main innings.
Miraz also lamented the missed opportunity when Nurul Hasan Sohan dropped a catch off the final ball, which could have secured the win for Bangladesh. The dropped catch allowed West Indies to take the game to the super over.
Miraz concluded by expressing hope for the next game, acknowledging the missed chances and the importance of learning from the experience.