Match Overview
The New Zealand national cricket team vs Bangladesh national cricket team match scorecard for the 3rd T20I of the New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026 series was completed on May 2, 2026, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka. This was the final match of the three-match T20I series between the two sides.
New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first on a day that was heavily interrupted by rain. The match was reduced to 15 overs per side before play began, and further interruptions meant Bangladesh could only bat for 14.2 overs.
Bangladesh were bundled out for a modest 102 runs in their allotted 14.2 overs, with Josh Clarkson starring with figures of 3/9. In reply, New Zealand chased down the revised DLS target of 103 runs in just 11.4 overs, losing only 4 wickets to win by 6 wickets and level the series.
Bevon Jacobs was named Player of the Match for his explosive unbeaten 62 off just 31 balls, which included 5 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 200.00.
The T20I series ended in a 1-1 draw, with the 2nd T20I having been abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain and thunderstorms in Chattogram.
Bangladesh Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saif Hassan | c Robinson b Lennox | 16 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 145.45 |
| Tanzid Hasan | b Smith | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Litton Das (c)† | c Jacobs b Clarkson | 26 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 152.94 |
| Parvez Hossain Emon | c Sodhi b Smith | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Towhid Hossain | c Robinson b Clarkson | 33 | 24 | 3 | 2 | 137.50 |
| Shamim Hossain | c Jacobs b Sodhi | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37.50 |
| Mahedi Hasan | not out | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 116.66 |
| Mohammad Saifuddin | c Robinson b Clarkson | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rishad Hossain | run out (Smith/†Cleaver) | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Shoriful Islam | b Sears | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Ripon Mondol | b Sears | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | (w 4) | 4 | ||||
| Total | 102 | 14.2 ov |
New Zealand Bowling Figures
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Foxcroft | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
| Nathan Smith | 2 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 7.00 |
| Ben Sears | 2.2 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 5.14 |
| Jayden Lennox | 3 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 9.33 |
| Ish Sodhi | 3 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 7.33 |
| Josh Clarkson | 2 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 4.50 |
New Zealand Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Robinson | b Shoriful Islam | 23 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 164.28 |
| Katene Clarke | c †Litton Das b Shoriful Islam | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Dane Cleaver † | c †Litton Das b Shoriful Islam | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Nick Kelly (c) | b Mahedi Hasan | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 |
| Bevon Jacobs | not out | 62 | 31 | 5 | 3 | 200.00 |
| Dean Foxcroft | not out | 15 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras | (w 1) | 1 | ||||
| Total | 104/4 | 11.4 ov |
Did not bat: Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Jayden Lennox, Ben Sears
Bangladesh Bowling Figures
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahedi Hasan | 3 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 6.66 |
| Shoriful Islam | 3 | 0 | 19 | 3 | 6.33 |
| Ripon Mondol | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.50 |
| Rishad Hossain | 2.4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 11.62 |
| Mohammad Saifuddin | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7.00 |
Key Highlights & Match Analysis
Top Batting Performance
Bevon Jacobs was the undisputed star of the match with a match-winning unbeaten 62 off just 31 balls. His innings included 5 fours and 3 sixes, and he scored at an incredible strike rate of 200.00. He came in at a crucial time when New Zealand were 33/4 and single-handedly took his team past the DLS target. For Bangladesh, Towhid Hossain top-scored with a gritty 33 off 24 balls, while captain Litton Das contributed a quickfire 26 off 17 balls.
Top Bowling Performance
Josh Clarkson was the pick of the bowlers for New Zealand, returning outstanding figures of 3/9 in 2 overs at an economy of just 4.50. His dismissals of Litton Das, Towhid Hossain, and Mohammad Saifuddin broke crucial partnerships and kept Bangladesh under pressure. Nathan Smith and Ben Sears both took 2 wickets each to support him. For Bangladesh, Shoriful Islam was the most successful bowler with 3/19 in 3 overs, removing the New Zealand top order early with a devastating spell.
Turning Point of the Match
The turning point came when rain interrupted play and the match was reduced to 15 overs per side. New Zealand’s decision to bowl first proved masterful as they exploited the conditions brilliantly. The early breakthroughs by Shoriful Islam gave Bangladesh hope, but Josh Clarkson’s middle-overs spell completely changed the momentum, reducing Bangladesh from a decent position to 89/7 before the tail could add any respectability to the total.
Records & Milestones
- Bevon Jacobs’ 62* was his highest T20I score and the highest individual score by a New Zealand batter in Bangladesh in T20Is.
- Josh Clarkson’s 3/9 was one of the best bowling figures by a New Zealand bowler in T20Is in Bangladesh.
- This was Bangladesh’s first-ever bilateral T20 series win against New Zealand on home soil (the series was drawn 1-1, but Bangladesh had won the 1st T20I).
- The match was only the second T20I between the two sides to be decided by the DLS method.
Head-to-Head Record
| Format | Matches | New Zealand Wins | Bangladesh Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is | 20 | 15 | 4 | 1 |
| ODIs | 41 | 30 | 10 | 1 |
FAQ Section
Q: Who won the New Zealand national cricket team vs Bangladesh national cricket team match? A: New Zealand won the 3rd T20I by 6 wickets (DLS method) at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur on May 2, 2026. They chased down the revised target of 103 in 11.4 overs.
Q: Who was the Player of the Match in the 3rd T20I? A: Bevon Jacobs was named Player of the Match for his explosive unbeaten 62 off 31 balls, which included 5 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 200.
Q: What was the match result of the 3rd T20I? A: Bangladesh scored 102/10 in 14.2 overs. New Zealand chased down the DLS-revised target of 103, scoring 104/4 in 11.4 overs to win by 6 wickets with 20 balls remaining.
Q: When and where was the 3rd T20I between New Zealand and Bangladesh played? A: The match was played on May 2, 2026, at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka. It was the final match of the New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026 T20I series.
Q: What is the current series score between New Zealand and Bangladesh in the 2026 T20I series? A: The 3-match T20I series ended in a 1-1 draw. Bangladesh won the 1st T20I by 6 wickets, the 2nd T20I was abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain, and New Zealand won the 3rd T20I by 6 wickets (DLS).
Conclusion
The New Zealand national cricket team vs Bangladesh national cricket team match scorecard for the 3rd T20I showcased a rain-affected thriller where Bevon Jacobs’ heroics with the bat and Josh Clarkson’s brilliance with the ball secured a series-levelling victory for the visitors. Bangladesh had taken an early lead in the 1st T20I, but New Zealand fought back to ensure the series ended honours even at 1-1.
Following this series, both teams moved on to their respective international commitments. New Zealand’s under-strength side — with many first-choice players away in the IPL and PSL — showed impressive depth, while Bangladesh will look to build on their home advantage in future series.