Pakistan and Bangladesh have shared many captivating cricket matches over the years. Their rivalry goes beyond runs and wickets; it also represents resilience and evolution.
Pakistan has historically won most bilateral encounters between them and Bangladesh, while Bangladesh has taken part in multination events where their fortunes may vary greatly. Here’s a look at their head-to-head records in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. This Pakistan National Cricket Team Vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Timeline highlights key matches, performances, and turning points, giving fans a clear view of the rivalry over time.
| # | Date | Format / Match | Result (IND vs BAN) | Margin / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 Feb 2025 | ODI — ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | India won | 6 wickets (Khel Now) |
| 2 | 19 Oct 2023 | ODI — World Cup / bilateral ODI | India won | 7 wickets (Sportskeeda) |
| 3 | 15 Sep 2023 | ODI — Asia Cup / bilateral ODI | Bangladesh won | 6 runs (Sportskeeda) |
| 4 | 10 Dec 2022 | ODI — bilateral ODI | India won | 227 runs (Sportskeeda) |
| 5 | 07 Dec 2022 | ODI — bilateral ODI | Bangladesh won | 5 runs (Sportskeeda) |
Timeline
Pakistan and Bangladesh national cricket team rivalry is more than scores – it embodies passion between two countries that fiercely want to leave their mark in cricket.
Pakistan have traditionally dominated across all formats – Tests, ODIs, and T20Is – yet Bangladesh are slowly building momentum to challenge Pakistan’s supremacy.
This guide will allow you to follow this exciting rivalry over time by including timelines, highlights and a handy table that simplifies things further.
Pakistan began their series against Bangladesh on July 22, in Lahore. Although many predicted victory for Bangladesh, Pakistani batsmen came through big time.
Sahibzada Farhan scored an outstanding 74 off 41 balls including four fours and three sixes before Mohammad Haris chipped in with 39 runs off 41 balls for their partnership to set an intimidating target which Bangladesh’s bowlers couldn’t break through; Salman Mirza (3/20 wickets) and Mohammad Nawaz (2 wickets) led a disciplined bowling effort which helped put together only 104 runs for their innings!
Bangladesh were in danger of attempting an unlikely whitewash of Pakistan’s T20I series in the third T20I, but instead displayed resilience and persevered to avoid embarrassment. Shoriful Islam’s outstanding four-for-20 effort gave Bangladesh control, and their disciplined bowling made it difficult for Pakistan to gain any momentum during the series.
Bangladesh responded in an impressive and disciplined fashion to India’s challenge, led by captain Sadia Islam with an unbeaten 35 from 30 balls that included five fours and three sixes – Sadia was assisted by Achena Jannat Emon and Memoona Khalid who all provided strong support, ultimately helping Bangladesh reach their 87-run target within 13.3 overs.
Bangladesh had set their sights on winning the series and on December 7 they finally achieved victory by playing an exciting final match at Cox’s Bazar on a gripping pitch.
Bangladesh were set back by regular wickets falling during a tight Powerplay session; but they managed to maintain their nerve and claw their way back into contention before Daniyal struck with a skiddy good length delivery that straightened and crashed into their stumps with devastating effect, sending Bangladesh from an comfortable 157/6 to 53/7 after regular wickets were dropped at regular intervals.
Matches
Pakistan and Bangladesh’s history is littered with legendary moments – from Shakib Al Hasan’s double ton in a Test win that altered the power dynamic, to Mohammad Haris’ 107* score that gave Bangladesh their first series win over Pakistan, every encounter between these rivals has been filled with drama and emotion.
Pakistan have long dominated bilaterally, yet Bangladesh have begun to improve their performances in multination tournaments and multination events alike. They pulled off an astounding upset during the 1999 World Cup by beating Pakistan at Northampton and have continued giving Pakistan a run for their money since.
From Javed Miandad’s crushing blow against Bangladesh at 2007 World Cup to Tamim Iqbal’s resilient batting or Litton Das’ leadership – these two sides have produced exciting cricket for fans to watch!
Bangladesh have shown remarkable resilience over recent years, including some impressive displays against Pakistan in 2024 and 2025 when they won both Test series 2-0 and T20I dead rubbers 2-1 respectively. Their rise indicates an increasing rivalry.
At the opening match of the 2025 T20I series, both teams put forth an intense fight to avoid a whitewash.
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl, but Pakistan managed to retain their nerve and post a magnificent total against them despite early wickets falling.
Shoriful Islam’s brilliant 4/20 helped Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to just 197 in their 20 overs, but in game two Bangladesh’s top order held strong to win by eight runs and claim an historic 2-1 series win.
Sahibzada Farhan scored an unbeaten 74 off 41 balls while Mohammad Haris quickly chased it down with his quickfire 67 to help them set an intimidating target of 253.
In the third and final match, Pakistan’s bowlers proved disciplined once more as Bangladesh batsmen couldn’t keep pace, all out for just 103.
It was an important milestone in their rivalry – Bangladesh showed they had taken their fight directly to Pakistan at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium Mirpur where both teams wore home kits during play.
Scores
Bangladesh and Pakistan’s clash is always an intense contest, with Pakistan dominating bilateral encounters while Bangladesh often surprising in multination tournaments. Bangladesh stunned Pakistan with an unexpected 2-0 Test series win in 2024 that set off further fierceness between them; since then, their rivalry has only deepened further.
Gaddafi Stadium in Dhaka has become the epicenter of an exciting ODI series between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Each side is fighting hard for their place in the semifinals; last two matches have seen big hitting from both teams with Mohammad Mithun and Mushfiqur Rahim leading their respective sides with over 300 runs each in this series.
Bangladesh batted first and were bowled out for 161. Pakistan then batted and were bowled out for 160. The second one-day international was more thrilling with both teams trading blows until its conclusion.
Pakistani batsmen struggled with Bangladesh’s tricky pitch while run rates rose due to Bangladeshi spinners led by Litton Das and Mehidy Hasan Miraz keeping pressure on through disciplined bowling.
Bangladesh’s top order put on an outstanding performance despite losing their opening wicket for eight runs, helping their side reach an acceptable total.
Captain Sadia Islam led from the front with an unbeaten 35 off 28 balls while Achena Jannat Emanta contributed with an outstanding 25-ball innings.
Pakistan A’s bowlers took full advantage of the bouncy surface in the powerplay to induce an innings collapse from 22/0 to 53/7 in just over four overs.
Rakibul Hasan provided brief hope for Bangladesh A, but ultimately the required run rate and mounting pressure proved too much to bear. Maaz Sadaqat and Ripon Mondol’s death-over magic kept scores at bay until Bangladesh A were eventually unable to mount any comeback attempts.
The final ODI was an exciting affair with both teams fighting hard for semi-final spots. Bangladesh A’s veteran players like Mashrafe Mortaza kept them competitive until the very last ball, providing fine batting and fielding performances until Pakistan A held up under pressure in a super over. Bangladesh A are yet to defeat Pakistan in one-day international cricket, yet this performance shows they can compete with them on equal terms.
Highlights
Pakistan vs Bangladesh rivalry goes beyond mere cricket; it represents history, culture, and passion between two nations. Pakistan, with their legacy of fast bowlers and stylish batsmen has always been the senior partner, while Bangladesh have slowly taken hold on international scenes since 1986 – playing over 70 Tests, ODIs, and T20Is since 1986! Here’s a glimpse at some memorable moments between both teams over that timeframe.
The 2000s witnessed an intensified rivalry as both teams began touring each other regularly. Pakistan dominated, while Bangladesh started making gains; their first bilateral ODI series win came when they swept home series 3-0 and it marked an exciting era when bowlers like Mashrafe Mortaza and Mustafizur Rahman started creating chaos against opposition bowling attacks.
By 2023, Bangladesh had achieved major victory in ODIs through two stunning upsets, such as their 5-0 thumping in Kolkata and an unprecedented 345-run chase of an enormous total – highlighted by Saud Shakeel’s incredible 68* at Karachi – to claim their second T20I World Cup championship and first Asia Cup trophy respectively. They also saw some fantastic performances from young batsmen as well as fearsome bowlers to lead them to both victories.
Bangladesh had once again given Pakistan a rude awakening in 2024 with their stunning 2-0 home series win in Tests against them, only the second time ever that Pakistan had lost to Bangladesh and showing that Bangladesh were becoming an even greater threat.
Recent ODIs between these teams have been closely contested, with Bangladesh taking key wins recently. Pakistan A dominated their final of Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 to clinch victory – Ahmed Daniyal took two wickets while conceding only six runs during super over, slamming home an unassailable boundary from Saad Masood to seal it and give their growing reputation a huge boost! It was an unforgettable way for them to end their tournament and boost it further!
