Mustafizur Rahman‘s exceptional bowling performance was pivotal as Bangladesh thwarted the possibility of a series whitewash against the United States of America (USA), securing a co?mmanding 10 ??wicket victory in the third and final T20I held on Saturday (May 25) at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston, Texas.

Strong start by the USA openers

Despite USA resting four key players, they launched an aggressive start with Shayan Jahangir and Andries Gous at the helm. They made a solid start with a 46 runs opening partnership before Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur struck crucial blows.

Mustafizur Rahman’s dominance

Mustafizur, who recently featured for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, showcased his prowess by dismissing key batters, including Corey Anderson, who had been influential in USA’s earlier victories. He eventually finished with a career-best 6/10, marked a historic moment as the first Bangladesh bowler to achieve a six-wicket haul in T20Is. His remarkable feat significantly contributed to limiting USA to a modest total of 104/ 9.

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Crucial support by Rishad Hossain

Rishad Hossain, alongside Mustafizur, also played a crucial role in Bangladesh’s triumph, delivering an outstanding bowling performance, conceding only seven runs in his four overs and picking up a crucial wicket. This spell marked Bangladesh’s most economical T20I bowling performance with a minimum of four overs.

Strong response from Bangladesh openers

Responding to the challenge, Bangladesh’s batters, Tanzid Hasan and Soumya Sarkar, took charge against the USA bowlers. Tanzid impressed with his third T20I fifty, well-supported by Soumya’s unbeaten 43 off 28 balls. Their partnership, marked by impressive stroke play and timely boundaries, ensured Bangladesh’s comprehensive victory. The duo’s 108 runs stand in just 11.5 overs propelled Bangladesh to a convincing ten-wicket win, narrowing the series margin to 2-1 in favor of USA. Mustafizur eventually earned the Player of the Match award for his splendid bowling performance.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Bangladesh outclassed USA in convincing fashion, winning by 10 wickets! Mustafizur Rahman takes Player of the Match and Series honors. #Cricket #T20 #CWT20WarmUp

— Sourav Halder 🍀 (@Skhsouravhalder) May 26, 2024

Bringing in 6⃣x the Joy! 🦁�?a href="//twitter.com/hashtag/USAvBAN?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" data-wpel-lin?k="exclude">#USAvBAN #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/5CO4AvWdGi

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 26, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman picked 6 wickets for just 10 runs vs USA, and led Bangladesh to victo??ry after they lost the first two games vs USA.

Thambi Mayilvaganam 🥲 pic.twitter.com/tXgD6spd8f

— Siddarth Srinivas (@sidhuwrites) May 25, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman won both? MOM ,MOS Award against USA .

— DREAM11s STATS (@fantasy1Cricket) May 26, 2024

Bangladesh 🆚 USA | T20i Series

Player of the Series
Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh) | 10 Wickets (3 matches)#BCB #Cricket #BANvUSA #BDCricket #Bangladesh pic.twitter.com/v20K5JZCeq

— Omar Faruque (@OmarFar46196492) May 25, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman takes 6 wickets in T20I game, interestingly all 6 were born in diff??erent co??untries.

Shayan Jahangir (Pakistan🇵🇰)
Nitish Kumar (Canada🇨🇦)
Shadley van Schalkwyk (South Africa🇿🇦)
Corey Anderson (New Zealand🇳🇿)
Jasdeep Singh (USA🇺🇸)
Nisarg Patel (India🇮🇳)#USAvBAN

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) May 25, 2024

si??x wickets for mustafizur. wish we got to see even a glimpse of this? performance in the first two matches.

— maisha (@mycricketera) May 25, 2024

Fizz 6-10 (4) vs USA 💀 pic.twitter.com/ZyNcE162UE

— Beast (@Beast__07_) May 25, 2024

Best bowling figures by a Bangladesh bowler in T20Is#USAvBAN #WaltonSmartFridge pic.twitter.com/Ui4VNdZpEx

— bdcrictime.com (@BDCricTime) May 25, 2024

Fizz the cutter master.🔥❤️🇧🇩

— ✨️Muhammad Arafat Hossain 🇧🇩 (@arafaat_hossain) May 26, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman took 6 wickets for 10 runs in 4 overs against USA in the 3rd T20I, setting the best bowling figures for Bangladesh in T20Is. 👏🌟🇧🇩 pic.twitter.com/rCKj3u4M9v

— Syed Sami (@SyedYousufSami) May 25, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman has conceeded 10 runs of his 4 overs and claimed 6 wickets, and has bowled a maiden too against USA. The best ever figures by a Bangladesh bowler in T20I cricket. Prior to this, his best figures were 22/5 against New Zealand in 2016. #CricketTwitter #BANvUSA

— Spandan Roy (@talksports45) May 25, 2024

Mustafizur Rahman 4-1-10-6 vs USA.

Bowled bri?lliantly ngl, started with a wicket maiden, then conceded 2 runs in next over picking a wicket. Then came back at the d3ath, bowled 4 wides and conceded 4 runs off the bat and took 4 wickets in 2 overs.

Impressive.

— Rᴀɪᴋᴀ�? (@OverMidWicket) May 25, 2024

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The USA are scheduled to confront Bangladesh in the second T20I of their three-match series on Thursday.

Having secured a victory over Bangladesh in the initial T20I by five wickets, the USA have taken a 1-0 lead in the series. Bangladesh? are keen on winning this match to level the series.

T20 Stats and Records at Prairie View Cricket Complex:

• Total matches: 5
• Matches won batting first: 2
• Matches won bowling first: 3
• Average 1st Inns score: 168
• Average 2nd Inns score: 160
• Highest total recorded: 230/3 (20 Ov) by USA vs Canada
• Lowest total recorded: 132/10 (20 Ov) by Canada vs USA
• Highest score chased: 169/6 (19.4 Ov) by USA vs Canada
• Lowest score defended: 159/6 (20 Ov) by USA vs Canada

Prairie View Cricket Complex Pitch Report:

The pitch at Prairie View Cricket Complex typically favours slower deliveries, providing minimal speed and bounce for quick bowlers. Opting to bat first after winning the toss would const?itute a strategic move in this setting.

Houston weather forecast:

The weather outlook indicates that the USA-Bangladesh game will enjoy favorable conditions in Houston?, with a mere 1??0% likelihood of precipitation. Moreover, temperatures are projected to hover around a pleasant 32 degrees Celsius, accompanied by 69% humidity. Additionally, a mild breeze is anticipated, peaking at approximately 32 kmph.

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USA vs BAN 2024, 2nd T20I �?Probable Playing XI:

United States: Monank Patel(w/c), Steven Taylor, Aaron Jones, Andries Gous, Corey Anderson, Ali Khan, Harmeet Singh, Jasdeep Si??ngh, Nitish Kumar, Nosthush Kenjige, Saura??bh Netravalkar

Bangladesh: Litton Das, Najmul Hossain ?Shanto(c), Soumya Sarkar, Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali(w), Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hoss??ain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam

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