Pakistan and Bangladesh will once more meet in One Day Internationals (ODIs), beginning November 13 in Dhaka, and the Pakistan National Cricket Team Vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Standings will be closely watched, with all matches starting according to local game time clocks and updates being given as games progress.
Bangladesh advanced one place up the rankings to ninth while Pakistan dropped one spot to fourth. These teams will qualify automatically for the 2027 ODI World Cup tournament.
| Date | Match | Venue | Pakistan Score | Bangladesh Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Mar 2026 | 3rd ODI | Dhaka | 279 (50) | 290/5 (50) | Bangladesh won by 11 runs (ESPN) |
| 13 Mar 2026 | 2nd ODI | Dhaka | 274 | 114 | Pakistan won by 128 runs (DLS) |
| 11 Mar 2026 | 1st ODI | Dhaka | 114 (30.4) | 115/2 (15.1) | Bangladesh won by 8 wickets |
| 27 Feb 2025 | ODI | — | — | — | Match abandoned |
| 31 Oct 2023 | World Cup Match | Kolkata | 205/3 | 204 | Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
Asia Cup clashes
Bangladesh triumphed decisively in Mirpur for their 2025 series opener against Pakistan, as Nahid Rana claimed his maiden five-wicket haul ODI innings by bowling Pakistan out for just 114 runs and helping Bangladesh win by eight wickets.
Additionally, Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Nazmul Hossain Shah each managed three wickets during this wet encounter.
The second match took place in Dhaka and proved a tight contest. Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan scored a century to help his side reach 291-5, while Pakistan batsmen struggled throughout their chase, losing wicket at regular intervals until captain Shaheen Shah Afridi made one last push before falling short by 11 runs; Taskin Ahmed and Rishad Hossain shared wickets equally to finish off this contest.
Bangladesh was dominant in their third and final match of the series, restricting Pakistan to only 109 runs after being bowled out for 259. They raced towards their target in record time of 17.3 overs as Bangladesh batsmen struggled to find form – reduced to just 5 batsmen at one stage;
Shoaib Malik hit four sixes but couldn’t find enough support from his fellow cricketers for an unbeaten 83 run innings played for Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik who scored 85 unbeaten runs himself but couldn’t score more runs from his side’s batsmen as he scored 85 runs unbeaten while being supported by his teammates 92-5 at one stage;
Bangladesh’s win against Pakistan propelled them up the rankings to ninth position overall in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
Their fifth straight ODI victory vaulted them past West Indies into ninth. Only the top eight ranked sides will qualify for 2027 World Cup hosted by South Africa, with eight-ranked sides making the cut to compete at this prestigious tournament.
India and Bangladesh’s declining relationship is a testament to how inextricable cricket is from politics, particularly in South Asia.
India’s team refusal to shake hands with Pakistan during the Asia Cup final despite winning it was an unfortunate example of cricket diplomacy going awry; cricket politics are becoming ever more politicised throughout South Asia which is alarming development; now both countries will need to work hard at rebuilding former close relations.
Bilateral series
Pakistan and Bangladesh engage in intense, high-stakes bilateral series where games become more intense, stakes higher, and matches often end in nail-biting finishes. These games also reveal regional rivalries and personal battles:
Pakistan relies on their natural flair, explosive bats, wicket-taking bowlers, home advantage, crowd energy; while Bangladesh focuses on discipline, home advantage and crowd energy – while recently these two sides have met for fast-paced T20 clashes that often feature dramatic chases or collapses under pressure.
At first, Pakistan National Cricket Team’s matches against Bangladesh National Cricket Team were decidedly one-sided; Pakistan’s experience and depth allowed them to outgun a relatively young Bangladesh side.
Their batting line-up consisted of technically sound players who posted impressive totals while bowlers exploited weak areas within Bangladesh’s defense to pick up wickets with ease.
Over time, however, Bangladesh slowly improved. Each defeat became an opportunity to build resilience and belief within their team; soon enough the scorecards began showing tighter margins, stronger resistance, and flashes of brilliance from them.
Bangladesh and Pakistan’s 2015 ODI series was an epiphany in terms of their rivalry, marking Bangladesh’s rise as a serious domestic competitor with scores that could put pressure on opponents while still managing to be chased with composure by an efficient Bangladesh team that showcased both talent and skill that proved dangerous for Pakistan’s opponents.
Bangladesh moved up two spots with their series win against Zimbabwe and now trail only the West Indies by decimal points in ODI rankings.
They stand a good chance of qualifying for South Africa and Namibia’s 2027 ODI World Cup; automatic qualification will go to eight teams while four spots will be decided through qualifiers; Pakistan remains fourth on this list but needs to perform strongly at upcoming tournaments to earn automatic qualification; otherwise they’ll rely on their ICC ranking points during qualifiers to make up any shortfall in qualifying spots if automatic qualification fails them – otherwise qualifiers will determine four spots out of eight from automatic qualification automatically and Pakistan will need to rely on its ICC ranking points when qualifying via Qualifiers or further Qualifiers.
ODI series
Pakistan and Bangladesh’s fierce rivalry illuminates the evolving dynamics of international cricket. While Pakistan brings rich tradition and experienced players, Bangladesh has steadily improved to become a force to be reckoned with across formats.
Their competitive clash provides thrilling moments and memorable performances that have helped create remarkable narratives of cricket history; including exceptional batting, bowling and strategic contributions by standout players that helped determine match outcomes.
Statistics reveal Pakistan as being the dominant team overall, yet Bangladesh’s rise and competitiveness have made their matches more captivating and balanced.
Venue conditions have had an effect on outcomes; for instance pitches in Bangladesh tend to favor spinners over Pakistan batting styles.
Furthermore, each team’s respective batting styles and strengths shaped this rivalry; Pakistan was known for dominating pressure situations quickly while Bangladesh relied on gradual innings building strategies – all factors which together make for compelling matchups with fans worldwide.
Test series
Pakistan and Bangladesh have always enjoyed an intense rivalry, which has played out over many years of cricket matches that reveal more about each team’s cricketing strengths and weaknesses.
While Pakistan’s early dominance laid a strong foundation, Bangladesh gradually changed the dynamics over time; nowadays these matches feature tactical depth with every scorecard telling its own tale of development and unpredictability.
Bangladesh kicked off their ODI series on a strong note, winning both of the opening two matches 2-1 to maintain an early advantage in the series. Pakistan scored rapidly throughout, but Bangladesh managed to contain them thanks to disciplined bowling and brilliant batting by Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan Tamim – Litton Das in particular made his presence felt with four wickets taken by Taskin Ahmed in game three to seal their win in Game five!
Bangladesh displayed an enhanced sense of composure with both bat and ball throughout this series, showing increased urgency to defend their positions and defend against Pakistan’s attacks with clever variations and disciplined plans from their bowlers. Their fielders showed greater intensity on field as fielding intensified resulting in more competitive overall matches than ever before.
Bangladesh’s victory in the ODI series marked an historic milestone in their rivalry. For the first time ever, they swept Pakistan 3-0 and it demonstrated their growing maturity as a team. Bangladesh showed more urgency to put pressure on Pakistan while their batting and bowling performances far outshone Pakistan in spin-friendly conditions.
Bangladesh’s victory gave them an enormous boost in the rankings, propelling them into ninth position behind West Indies who possess more rating points. A win in either series against Pakistan could see Bangladesh advance further and enter the top eight, earning automatic qualification for 2027 World Cup tournament.
Pakistan are expected to take control in this upcoming series with three ODIs and one T20I held at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. The opening ODI will take place on March 9, with subsequent matches occurring on March 13 and 15. However, Bangladesh have proven themselves capable of mounting an unlikely comeback and may surprise with victory against them.
