Bangladesh Aims for Strong Comeback in T20 World Cup After Australia Loss

Bangladesh cricket captain Najmul Hossain Shanto admits his team’s batting performance has been lackluster in the T20 World Cup but remains hopeful for better showings against India and other upcoming matches in the Super Eights.

Bangladesh cricket captain Najmul Hossain Shanto acknowledged the team's underwhelming batting performance in the T20 World Cup but promised improvements in their remaining Super Eights matches, including the imminent clash with India.

Bangladesh delivered their best group stage performance, winning three matches to advance. However, they faced a 28-run DLS defeat by Australia in their first Super Eight fixture. ''The next two matches are crucial. Winning them will greatly improve our position, and we will approach each game with the aim to win,'' Shanto stated at the post-match press conference.

Reflecting on their 140/8 total in 20 overs, Shanto noted the difference in playing conditions and admitted the team failed to capitalize on a favorable batting wicket. ''We should have targeted a score between 160 to 170. Failing to execute properly with the new ball and losing too many late wickets cost us,'' he explained. Despite pre-tournament struggles, Shanto remains optimistic about the team's overall capability to perform.

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