Soumya Sarkar, despite not showcasing outstanding performances in domestic cricket, found himself back in the national team, sparking various intriguing discussions. In order to silence critics, Soumya needed a standout performance, and while he fared slightly better in the warm-up match against New Zealand two days ago, the main match saw a lackluster display.
Soumya Sarkar's return to the national team, despite a lackluster performance in domestic cricket, has not proven successful, leaving both fans and Bangladesh's head coach, Chandika Hathurusinghe, perplexed about the reasons behind Soumya's struggles.
In the second ODI of the series held in Nelson, amidst a scenario where the team's batsmen were losing their wickets, Soumya Sarkar delivered a dazzling performance. Playing a total of 151 balls, he accumulated 169 runs, showcasing his skill with 22 fours and two sixes.
In a match where Bangladesh set a record target of 292 runs, Soumya Sarkar's outstanding century proved insufficient as New Zealand emerged victorious by 7 wickets, securing a series win of 2-0 with one match left.
In various realms of cricket, be it domestic or franchise cricket, Soumya Sarkar has faced challenges that seemed to defy his favor. However, this resilient cricketer did not succumb to disappointment; instead, he meticulously carried out his responsibilities, adhering to the rules of the game. Eventually, after enduring a period of adversity, Soumya found himself in a favorable position.
In the two ODIs against New Zealand, Soumya Sarkar's standout century remains the sole highlight for Bangladesh, according to Kiwi all-rounder Rachin Ravindra. Despite Bangladesh losing both matches and the series already decided, Ravindra commends Soumya's incredible innings of 169 runs.
