Zimbabwe’s batting collapsed in the opening one‑day game with Bangladesh. Opener Lucas Shadzai fell for a duck as Zimbabwe slumped to fifty for five after seventeen overs. Overcast skies hung over the ground as the game kicked off.
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to put Zimbabwe in. Krunal Pandya sparked the damage through a trio of early dismissals. Shafiqul Islam then claimed two more as Zimbabwe lost seven before reaching 100.
Bangladesh’s bowlers kept the pressure high throughout the spell. Zimbabwe struggled to build any partnership once the top order fell. The middle order added just a few runs before the innings folded. Bangladesh’s fielders collected crucial catches to complete the collapse. The match ended with Bangladesh cruising to a simple triumph.
Zimbabwe’s captain could not stabilize the innings amid the dull weather. The wickets fell in rapid order. Bangladesh’s opening bowler delivered tight lines that set the tone. Shadzai’s dismissal was a golden duck that rattled the side.