Pakistan Wins First T20I Over Bangladesh with Hasan Ali Five-Wicket Haul

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 37 runs in the opening T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, with key performances from Hasan Ali and captain Salman Ali Agha. Hasan Ali, returning after a long injury layoff, took a career-best five-wicket haul (5-30) that included dismissing both Bangladeshi openers and key middle-order batsmen, helping to bowl out Bangladesh for 164 in 19.2 overs. Salman Ali Agha scored a career-best 56 and contributed significantly to Pakistan's total of 201-7, supported by strong middle-order partnerships including those with Mohammad Haris and Hasan Nawaz. The match highlighted Pakistan's strategic shift with a new white-ball coach, Mike Hesson, and the inclusion of young aggressive players while leaving out experienced stars like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi. All-rounder Shadab Khan also excelled, scoring 48 runs and taking crucial wickets. Pakistan's collective effort in batting, bowling, and fielding led to a comprehensive victory, signaling a promising start to the series.