Rishad Hossain, making his debut in the national ODI team primarily as a leg spinner, showcased an unexpected talent with the bat during a match on New Zealand soil. Bangladesh posted 184 for 5 against New Zealand XI, and Rishad played a pivotal role in the team's resurgence, contributing an impressive 87 runs off 54 balls.
In the lead-up to the main showdown, Bangladesh clinched a significant victory in their warm-up match against New Zealand XI, with leg spinner Rishad Hossain emerging as the hero of the day. Rishad's stellar all-round performance included a noteworthy 87-run innings with the bat and three crucial wickets with the ball.
In a warm-up match against a New Zealand XI comprised of players from the development squad, Bangladesh displayed a formidable performance, amassing 334 runs in 50 overs. Despite the opposition's weaker lineup, no Bangladeshi batsman managed to reach a century, with leg spinner Rishad Hossain leading the charge with the highest score. Three additional batters, however, contributed with half-centuries.
In a recent match, New Zealand quickly took control after an early wicket loss, with Tim Seifert's aggressive batting. However, leg spinner Rishad Hossain emerged as a game-changer, tightening the reins on the Kiwis' scoring
