Pakistan middle-order batter Hasan Nawaz has now joined an unfortunate list in T20 International cricket. In the second T20I against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, he was dismissed for a duck (zero runs) – his sixth in T20Is – bringing him level with senior batter Fakhar Zaman, who has also recorded six ducks in his T20I career.
Bangladesh Clinch Series With Narrow Win
In a thrilling encounter, Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 8 runs, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The game witnessed a strong fightback from Pakistan, but it wasn’t enough to cross the finish line.
Faheem Ashraf showcased resilience with a gritty 51-run innings, but received little backing from the middle order, leaving his efforts in vain.
Abbas Afridi and Ahmed Daniyal contributed 19 and 17 runs respectively.
Hasan Nawaz, however, failed to open his account and was dismissed for 0.
Shariful Islam starred with the ball for Bangladesh, picking up three key wickets.
T20I Ducks: The Growing List of Pakistani Players
Hasan Nawaz’s unwanted feat puts him in the same bracket as some well-known names in Pakistan cricket who have faced similar struggles in T20Is:
Hasan Nawaz – 6 ducks
Fakhar Zaman – 6 ducks
Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, and Umar Gul – 6 ducks each
Babar Azam, Mohammad Hafeez, and Kamran Akmal – 7 ducks each
Shahid Afridi – 8 ducks
Umar Akmal – 10 ducks (the most for Pakistan in T20Is)
Ducks in a Calendar Year: Hasan Nawaz Climbs 2024 List
Hasan’s form in 2024 has also landed him high on another list – most ducks in a single calendar year.
Richard Ngarava (Zimbabwe) – 6 ducks in 2024
Hasan Nawaz – 5 ducks in 2024 (2nd most this year)
Regis Chakabva (Zimbabwe) – 5 ducks in 2022
Tadiwanashe Marumani (Zimbabwe) – 5 ducks in 2024
Sanju Samson (India) – 5 ducks in 2024
A Wake-Up Call for Hasan Nawaz
With consistent failures at the international level, Hasan Nawaz’s position in the T20I setup may soon come under scrutiny. While talent and potential are on his side, the numbers now demand a serious turnaround in form. If not addressed soon, this trend could affect his long-term place in the squad, especially with several young contenders waiting in the wings.
Conclusion
As Bangladesh celebrates a hard-earned series win, Pakistan is left to reflect on missed opportunities — both in the match and in player development. The spotlight now turns to the third and final T20I, where fans and selectors alike will hope for redemption and a glimpse of future promise.
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