In a one-sided encounter, Afghanistan dominated Bangladesh to secure a resounding 142-run victory in the second ODI, thereby clinching the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead. The Afghan batsmen set the tone with an imposing total of 331-9 in their 50 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the star of the show, smashing a career-best 145 runs off just 125 balls. This was his fourth ODI century and his second against Bangladesh. Gurbaz's innings was a treat to watch, featuring 13 fours and 8 sixes, as he displayed remarkable stroke-making ability with a strike rate of 116. He was ably supported by Ibrahim Zadran, who notched up his maiden century against Bangladesh, scoring a fluent 100 off 122 deliveries, including 9 fours and a six. Mohammad Nabi provided a late flourish with a quick-fire unbeaten 25 off 15 balls. Bangladesh faced an uphill battle in their chase and were bowled out for a meager 189 runs in 43.2 overs. Mushfiqur Rahim fought a lone battle with a gritty knock of 69 runs off 85 balls, including 6 boundaries. However, their batting effort fell short as the Afghan bowlers wreaked havoc. Fazalhaq Farooqi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman were the stars with the ball, both picking up three wickets. Farooqi was exceptional, conceding only 22 runs in his 7.2 overs, including a maiden. Mujeeb Ur Rahman also contributed significantly, conceding 40 runs in his 10 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz's exceptional innings earned him the well-deserved Player of the Match award for his match-winning knock, which propelled Afghanistan to a comprehensive victory and sealed the series in their favor.
