Darwin: Despite putting up a promising batting show, Bangladesh A tasted a seven-wicket defeat to Adelaide Strikers in their sixth and last match of the Top End T20 series at DXC Arena in Darwin, Australia today. The second string Bangladesh side, which became runners-up in the tournament in the previous season, this time exited from the group phase after winning just two in four matches.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, electing to bat first, Bangladesh put up a respectable 175-4, thanks to the blazing show of opener Jishan Alam and Afif Hossain. Jishan struck a 38-ball 50 with five fours and one six to cap off a successful tournament despite the side's overall underwhelming performance. Afif, who was consistent throughout the tournament, hit an unbeaten 49. His innings, which included five fours and three sixes, spanned just 23 balls. Yasir Ali Chowdhury provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 25 off 15 balls.
However, Adelaide made a mockery of Bangladesh A's bowling attack, largely thanks to opener Mackenzie Harvey. Harvey smashed an unbeaten 102 off 53 balls, an innings that included 14 fours and one six. His outstanding performance helped chase down the target in just 18.1 overs, guiding the side to 179-3. His fellow opener, Jake Winter, contributed with a run-a-ball 35, while Harry Manenti was not out on 25.