Gear up for an electrifying encounter as Bangladesh squares off against Zimbabwe in the second T20I of the five-match series on Sunday evening in Chattogram. Following a commanding victory by 8 wickets with 28 balls to spare in the series opener, Bangladesh holds the momentum as they look to extend their dominance. The action kicks off at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium at 18:00 local time on May 5th.
Teams in Focus
With confidence soaring after a convincing win, Bangladesh enters the match as the formidable force, especially in home conditions. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, seeks redemption after back-to-back heavy defeats in their recent T20 outings.
Where to Watch
Witness the thrilling encounter live on T Sports and TNT Sports, while fans can stream the action online via the FanCode app and website.
Toss and Pitch Analysis
Given Bangladesh’s preference to field first after winning the toss in the previous encounter, both teams might opt for the same strategy, banking on their chasing prowess. The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium pitch promises good batting conditions, with a par total expected to be over 165, owing to its favorable batting track.
Weather Forecast
Chattogram braces for scattered thunderstorms throughout Sunday, with high humidity and temperatures hovering around thirty degrees, posing additional challenges for players.
Team Previews and Predictions
Bangladesh looks set to maintain their winning combination from the first match, with Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, and Litton Das leading the batting charge, while the bowling department spearheaded by Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam aims to maintain its dominance.
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe will rely on experienced players like Craig Ervine, Clive Madande, and Sikandar Raza to steer the team to victory, with hopes pinned on improved performances from their top order.
Prediction
With Bangladesh riding high on confidence and boasting a strong bowling lineup, they are likely to continue their winning streak, leaving Zimbabwe with an uphill battle.
Winner: Bangladesh expected to clinch victory over Zimbabwe
Suraj Mahto 
Isha Pannu