<p>Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan said on Friday he underwent surgery on his injured finger shortly after he returning&nbsp;home from the United Arab Emirates, leaving his&nbsp;Asia&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;mission incomplete.</p>

<p>Shakib missed Friday's final against India and Bangladesh's last Super Four game against Pakistan after he aggravated a finger injury.</p>

<p>Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 37 runs to move to the final of the&nbsp;Asia&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;for the third time in the last four editions.</p>

<p>"When I was returning home with pain in my hand, I did not realise I would face such a terrible situation," Shakib wrote on his verified Facebook page.</p>

<p>"After coming back to home, due to immense pain and abnormal swelling of the hand, I needed an immediate surgery done in a hospital... infected pus had to be taken out from my finger," he wrote.</p>

<p>"Your prayers have saved me from a great danger but I will have to do another surgery quickly," added the 31-year all-rounder.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shakib hurt his left little finger during the one-day international series against Sri Lanka in January and missed the subsequent Test and Twenty20 series.</p>

<p>He returned to the team for the Nidahas Trophy in Sri Lanka in March and has continued playing since then.</p>

<p>He wanted to have a surgery before the&nbsp;Asia&nbsp;Cup&nbsp;for a complete recovery from the injury, but the BCB insisted on playing him in the key tournament.</p>

<p>The all-rounder played the team's first four matches of the tournament. He scored 49 runs and picked up seven wickets.</p>

<p>The surgery has all but ruled Shakib out of next month's home series against Zimbabwe.</p>

<p>Zimbabwe will arrive in Dhaka on October 16 to play three one-day internationals and two Test matches.</p>


Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan said on Friday he underwent surgery on his injured finger shortly after he returning home from the United Arab Emirates, leaving his Asia Cup mission incomplete.

Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan said on Friday he underwent surgery on his injured finger shortly after he returning home from the United Arab Emirates, leaving his Asia Cup mission incomplete. Shakib missed Friday's final against India and Bangladesh's last Super Four game against Pakistan after he aggravated a finger injury. Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 37 runs to move to the final of the Asia Cup for the third time in the last four editions. "When I was returning home with pain in my hand, I did not realise I would face such a terrible situation," Shakib wrote on his verified Facebook page. "After coming back to home, due to immense pain and abnormal swelling of the hand, I needed an immediate surgery done in a hospital... infected pus had to be taken out from my finger," he wrote. "Your prayers have saved me from a great danger but I will have to do another surgery quickly," added the 31-year all-rounder. Asia Cup Final Live, catch all the updates Shakib hurt his left little finger during the one-day international series against Sri Lanka in January and missed the subsequent Test and Twenty20 series. He returned to the team for the Nidahas Trophy in Sri Lanka in March and has continued playing since then. He wanted to have a surgery before the Asia Cup for a complete recovery from the injury, but the BCB insisted on playing him in the key tournament. The all-rounder played the team's first four matches of the tournament. He scored 49 runs and picked up seven wickets. The surgery has all but ruled Shakib out of next month's home series against Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe will arrive in Dhaka on October 16 to play three one-day internationals and two Test matches.

Bangladesh’s Shakib undergoes surgery in Dhaka

<p>Two-time champions Kolkata will host Kane Williamson-led Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens stadium on Friday, May 25 to book a berth in the Indian Premier League 2018 finals.</p>

<p>The winner of tonight's match will meet MS Dhoni-led Chennai in the IPL's finale on May 27 as team Chennai has already through to the finals after defeating Hyderabad in the Qualifier 1.</p>

<p>It's very ironic when the table toppers at the end of league matches, struggle&nbsp;to reach the finals, now call it carelessness or the lack of performance from their middle-order, Hyderabad have lost four straight games, something that will be a cause of concern for Williamson's side in tonight's game.</p>

<p>Although, Hyderabad have the best bowling unit in the presence of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma and Rashid Khan. The bowling side will try to take benefits from the Eden Gardens track but it is not easy to face Dinesh Karthik's side&nbsp;as the batsmen coming at the 6th and 7th position have potential to score runs.</p>

<p>In the presence of crazy fans at the Eden Gardens, Dinesh Karthik&nbsp;side definitely has an upper hand against Hyderabad.</p>

<p>In the first Qualifier, when Hyderabad had their match in the pocket with Chennai struggling at 62-6 while chasing 140 runs but the bowling strategy backfired in the death overs when Carlos Brathwaite leaked too many runs.</p>

<p>Also, Hyderabad's problem has been their batting which is heavily reliant on skipper Kane Williamson, the current 'Orange Cap' holder with 685 runs at 57.05 average.</p>

<p>In order to resolve it, Shikhar Dhawan will have to rise to the occasion but it is the middle order that has created problems, Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan will have to score in order to help the bowling unit to bowl without pressure.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Dinesh Karthik who will look to go unchanged unless there's an injury in the lineup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Their biggest strength has been the team's ability to stand up and perform in case someone fails. That we have seen in the Eliminator match when the top batting order was out bowled then middle batting order scored to reach the target.</p>

<p>The clash is going to be very interesting as the result will give another finalist of the tournament.</p>

<p><em>Watch the preview:</em></p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI (TBC):</strong></p>

<p><strong>Kolkata:</strong> Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik, Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, Javon Searles, Piyush Chawla, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna.</p>

<p><strong>Hyderabad:</strong> Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami, Kane Williamson, Manish Pandey, Yusuf Pathan, Shakib Al Hasan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sandeep Sharma, Siddarth Kaul</p>


Two-time champions Kolkata will host Kane Williamson-led Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens stadium to book a berth in the IPL 2018 finals

Two-time champions Kolkata will host Kane Williamson-led Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens stadium on Friday, May 25 to book a berth in the Indian Premier League 2018 finals. The winner of tonight's match will meet MS Dhoni-led Chennai in the IPL's finale on May 27 as team Chennai has already through to the finals after defeating Hyderabad in the Qualifier 1. It's very ironic when the table toppers at the end of league matches, struggle to reach the finals, now call it carelessness or the lack of performance from their middle-order, Hyderabad have lost four straight games, something that will be a cause of concern for Williamson's side in tonight's game. Although, Hyderabad have the best bowling unit in the presence of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma and Rashid Khan. The bowling side will try to take benefits from the Eden Gardens track but it is not easy to face Dinesh Karthik's side as the batsmen coming at the 6th and 7th position have potential to score runs. In the presence of crazy fans at the Eden Gardens, Dinesh Karthik side definitely has an upper hand against Hyderabad. In the first Qualifier, when Hyderabad had their match in the pocket with Chennai struggling at 62-6 while chasing 140 runs but the bowling strategy backfired in the death overs when Carlos Brathwaite leaked too many runs. Also, Hyderabad's problem has been their batting which is heavily reliant on skipper Kane Williamson, the current 'Orange Cap' holder with 685 runs at 57.05 average. In order to resolve it, Shikhar Dhawan will have to rise to the occasion but it is the middle order that has created problems, Manish Pandey and Yusuf Pathan will have to score in order to help the bowling unit to bowl without pressure. On the other hand, Dinesh Karthik who will look to go unchanged unless there's an injury in the lineup. Their biggest strength has been the team's ability to stand up and perform in case someone fails. That we have seen in the Eliminator match when the top batting order was out bowled then middle batting order scored to reach the target. The clash is going to be very interesting as the result will give another finalist of the tournament. Watch the preview: × Playing XI (TBC): Kolkata: Sunil Narine, Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa, Nitish Rana, Dinesh Karthik, Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, Javon Searles, Piyush Chawla, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna. Hyderabad: Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami, Kane Williamson, Manish Pandey, Yusuf Pathan, Shakib Al Hasan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sandeep Sharma, Siddarth Kaul

IPL 2018, 2nd Qualifier: Karthik-led Kolkata have advantage at Eden against Hyderabad

<p>Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to reach the finals of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League. Chennai won the first Qualifier by two wickets in a neck-to-neck encounter against Hyderabad. There was a moment when Chennai was 62-6 but South African star batsman Faf du Plessis played a responsible innings and snatched the match from the hands of Hyderabad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shardul Thakur's 15-run knock off 5 balls did the icing on the cake and confirmed the victory. Earlier in the match, MS Dhoni had won the toss and opted to bowl at the Wankhede stadium.</p>

<p>Batting first, Hyderabad had a shaky start as Hyderabad team suffered an early jolt in the form of Shikhar Dhawan's wicket on the first ball of the innings but thanks to Windies player Carlos Brathwaite, who played a 43-run knock to help Hyderabad team to set a decent target of 140 runs for MS Dhoni-led Chennai.</p>

<p>Still, the score is a bit less than what it was expected in such a crucial match and that too for a team whose batting unit is massive.</p>

<p>That is what exactly happened but while chasing the target of 140 runs, Chennai's batting line was thrashed in front of the Hyderabad's bowling unit but in the 17th and 18th overs, Hyderabad leaked too many runs.</p>

<p>Apart from Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina and Shardul Thakur none of the batsmen score more than 10 runs.</p>

<p><strong>Chennai's scoreboard</strong></p>

<p>Shane Watson 0, Faf du Plessis 67*, Suresh Raina 22, Ambati Rayudu 0, MS Dhoni 9, Dwayne Bravo 7, Ravindra Jadeja 3, Deepak Chahar 10, Harbhajan Singh 2, Shardul Thakur 15</p>

<p>For Hyderabad, Sandeep Sharma, Siddarth Kaul and Rashid Khan took 2 wickets each that gave a ray of finale hope but efforts went in vain.</p>

<p>Apart from them, Bhuvneshwar Kumar was the most economical bowler for the Hyderabad. He gave 14 runs in his 3.1-over spell with 4.42 ecomnomy. Although, he failed to defend the six runs in &nbsp;the last over as Faf hit a splendid six on the first ball of last over to win the match.</p>

<p>Earlier, Deepak Chahar who dismissed Dhawan played an important role in restricting the Hyderabad team. He gave 31 runs in his 4-over spell and took the most impost wicket also of Shikhar Dhawan.</p>

<p>Shreevats Goswami and Manish Pandey scored 12 and 8 runs respectively before losing their wickets to Lungi Ngidi and Ravindra Jadeja.</p>

<p>Skipper Kane Williamson tried to push the run rate but lost his wicket to Shardul Thakur after scoring 24 runs.</p>

<p>Shakib Al Hasan and Yusuf Pathan scored 12 and 24 runs for the team but Dwayne Bravo out bowled both of batsmen.</p>

<p>Carlos Brathwaite salvaged the team as he scored 43 runs off just 29 balls in a very crucial time.<br />
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Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to reach the finals of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League

Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to reach the finals of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League. Chennai won the first Qualifier by two wickets in a neck-to-neck encounter against Hyderabad. There was a moment when Chennai was 62-6 but South African star batsman Faf du Plessis played a responsible innings and snatched the match from the hands of Hyderabad. Shardul Thakur's 15-run knock off 5 balls did the icing on the cake and confirmed the victory. Earlier in the match, MS Dhoni had won the toss and opted to bowl at the Wankhede stadium. Batting first, Hyderabad had a shaky start as Hyderabad team suffered an early jolt in the form of Shikhar Dhawan's wicket on the first ball of the innings but thanks to Windies player Carlos Brathwaite, who played a 43-run knock to help Hyderabad team to set a decent target of 140 runs for MS Dhoni-led Chennai. Still, the score is a bit less than what it was expected in such a crucial match and that too for a team whose batting unit is massive. That is what exactly happened but while chasing the target of 140 runs, Chennai's batting line was thrashed in front of the Hyderabad's bowling unit but in the 17th and 18th overs, Hyderabad leaked too many runs. Apart from Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina and Shardul Thakur none of the batsmen score more than 10 runs. Chennai's scoreboard Shane Watson 0, Faf du Plessis 67*, Suresh Raina 22, Ambati Rayudu 0, MS Dhoni 9, Dwayne Bravo 7, Ravindra Jadeja 3, Deepak Chahar 10, Harbhajan Singh 2, Shardul Thakur 15 For Hyderabad, Sandeep Sharma, Siddarth Kaul and Rashid Khan took 2 wickets each that gave a ray of finale hope but efforts went in vain. Apart from them, Bhuvneshwar Kumar was the most economical bowler for the Hyderabad. He gave 14 runs in his 3.1-over spell with 4.42 ecomnomy. Although, he failed to defend the six runs in the last over as Faf hit a splendid six on the first ball of last over to win the match. Earlier, Deepak Chahar who dismissed Dhawan played an important role in restricting the Hyderabad team. He gave 31 runs in his 4-over spell and took the most impost wicket also of Shikhar Dhawan. Shreevats Goswami and Manish Pandey scored 12 and 8 runs respectively before losing their wickets to Lungi Ngidi and Ravindra Jadeja. Skipper Kane Williamson tried to push the run rate but lost his wicket to Shardul Thakur after scoring 24 runs. Shakib Al Hasan and Yusuf Pathan scored 12 and 24 runs for the team but Dwayne Bravo out bowled both of batsmen. Carlos Brathwaite salvaged the team as he scored 43 runs off just 29 balls in a very crucial time.

Faf du Plessis shines as Chennai beat Hyderabad to reach IPL final

<p>MS Dhoni-led Chennai has reached the finals of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League as batsman Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to defeat Hyderabad by two wickets in the first Qualifier match on Tuesday at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.</p>

<p>There was a moment when Chennai was 62-6 but South African star batsman Faf du Plessis played a responsible innings and snatched the match from the hands of Hyderabad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For his splendid batting at a crucial time, Faf was given "Player of the Match" award.</p>

<p>"It's nice to make a contribution tonight. I reflected on the games I've played here in Mumbai. It's a stadium I've enjoyed playing," said South African batsman Faf du Plessis.</p>

<p>He also added that he shocked that how the team "win that game."</p>

<p>He praised the bowling attack of Hyderabad's team with a special mention to spinner Rashid Khan.</p>

<p>Although, du Plessis' 67-run knock was the sole reason for Chennai's victory but Shardul Thakur's 15-run knock off 5 balls did the icing on the cake and confirmed the victory. Earlier in the match, MS Dhoni had won the toss and opted to bowl.</p>


Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to defeat Hyderabad by two wickets in the first Qualifier match

MS Dhoni-led Chennai has reached the finals of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League as batsman Faf du Plessis' unbeaten 67-run knock helped Chennai team to defeat Hyderabad by two wickets in the first Qualifier match on Tuesday at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. There was a moment when Chennai was 62-6 but South African star batsman Faf du Plessis played a responsible innings and snatched the match from the hands of Hyderabad. For his splendid batting at a crucial time, Faf was given "Player of the Match" award. "It's nice to make a contribution tonight. I reflected on the games I've played here in Mumbai. It's a stadium I've enjoyed playing," said South African batsman Faf du Plessis. He also added that he shocked that how the team "win that game." He praised the bowling attack of Hyderabad's team with a special mention to spinner Rashid Khan. Although, du Plessis' 67-run knock was the sole reason for Chennai's victory but Shardul Thakur's 15-run knock off 5 balls did the icing on the cake and confirmed the victory. Earlier in the match, MS Dhoni had won the toss and opted to bowl.

Don't know how we 'win that game', says Faf du Plessis after Chennai reach IPL final

<p>Hyderabad set a 140-run target for Chennai team in the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The score is a bit less than what it was expected in such crucial matches and that too for a team whose batting unit is massive.</p>

<p>Hyderabad team suffered an early jolt in the form of Shikhar Dhawan's wicket on the first ball of the innings but thanks to Windies player Carlos Brathwaite, who played a 43-run knock to help Hyderabad team to set a decent target for MS Dhoni-led Chennai.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Deepak Chahar who dismissed Dhawan played an important role in restricting the Hyderabad team. He gave 31 runs in his 4-over spell and took the most impost wicket also of Shikhar Dhawan.</p>

<p>Shreevats Goswami and Manish Pandey scored 12 and 8 runs respectively before losing their wickets to Lungi Ngidi and Ravindra Jadeja.</p>

<p>Skipper Kane Williamson tried to push the run rate but lost his wicket to Shardul Thakur after scoring 24 runs.</p>

<p>Shakib Al Hasan and Yusuf Pathan scored 12 and 24 runs for the team but Dwayne Bravo out bowled both of batsmen.</p>

<p>Carlos Brathwaite salvaged the team as he scored 43 runs off just 29 balls in a very crucial time.</p>


Hyderabad team suffered an early jolt in the form of Shikhar Dhawan's wicket on the first ball of the innings but thanks to Windies player Carlos Brathwaite, who played a 43-run knock to help Hyderabad team to set a decent target for MS Dhoni-led Chennai

Hyderabad set a 140-run target for Chennai team in the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018. The score is a bit less than what it was expected in such crucial matches and that too for a team whose batting unit is massive. Hyderabad team suffered an early jolt in the form of Shikhar Dhawan's wicket on the first ball of the innings but thanks to Windies player Carlos Brathwaite, who played a 43-run knock to help Hyderabad team to set a decent target for MS Dhoni-led Chennai. On the other hand, Deepak Chahar who dismissed Dhawan played an important role in restricting the Hyderabad team. He gave 31 runs in his 4-over spell and took the most impost wicket also of Shikhar Dhawan. Shreevats Goswami and Manish Pandey scored 12 and 8 runs respectively before losing their wickets to Lungi Ngidi and Ravindra Jadeja. Skipper Kane Williamson tried to push the run rate but lost his wicket to Shardul Thakur after scoring 24 runs. Shakib Al Hasan and Yusuf Pathan scored 12 and 24 runs for the team but Dwayne Bravo out bowled both of batsmen. Carlos Brathwaite salvaged the team as he scored 43 runs off just 29 balls in a very crucial time.

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni-led Chennai restricts Hyderabad to 139 runs in 1st Qualifier

<p>Australian batsman David Warner has wished the Hyderabad team ahead of the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018 which is against Chennai.</p>

<p>In the previous seasons, David Warner has played the skipper's role of Hyderabad but due to his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, he was subsequently banned from the IPL by the BCCI.</p>

<p>Even though he is not the part of Hyderabad team still, he has always given his support throughout the season.</p>

<p>Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has tweeted, "Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane."</p>

<p>In the absence of David Warner, Kane Williamson&nbsp;is leading the squad and has proved his calibre&nbsp;and leadership skills.</p>

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<p>Warner was replaced by an explosive opener Alex Hales of England.&nbsp;</p>


Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has praised Kane Williamson's leadership qualities

Australian batsman David Warner has wished the Hyderabad team ahead of the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018 which is against Chennai. In the previous seasons, David Warner has played the skipper's role of Hyderabad but due to his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, he was subsequently banned from the IPL by the BCCI. Even though he is not the part of Hyderabad team still, he has always given his support throughout the season. Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has tweeted, "Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane." In the absence of David Warner, Kane Williamson is leading the squad and has proved his calibre and leadership skills. Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane ?? — David Warner (@davidwarner31) May 22, 2018 × Warner was replaced by an explosive opener Alex Hales of England.

IPL 2018: David Warner wishes Hyderabad team 'good luck' ahead of first Qualifier

<p>Chennai won the toss and opted to bowl&nbspin the first Qualifier of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League 2018 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday.</p>

<p>After winning the toss, MS Dhoni said, "We have chased well in the tournament." He also mentioned that chasing is a bit easier in the second innings.</p>

<p>There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Kane Williamson said that the Hyderabad team is trying their best to adapt the conditions of Wankhede Stadium.</p>

<p>A few hours back, it was found that there were some wear and tear in the good length area of the pitch, which means spinners will have an upper hand in the match, especially in the second innings.</p>

<p>Pressure is definitely on both the sides as the winner will book a finale berth.</p>

<p>Hyderabad has entered the field with the same squad.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Ambati Rayudu, Shane Watson, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Lungi Ngidi</p>

<p><strong>Hyderabad:</strong> Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami(w), Kane Williamson(c), Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma</p>


There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings

Chennai won the toss and opted to bowl&nbspin the first Qualifier of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League 2018 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday. After winning the toss, MS Dhoni said, "We have chased well in the tournament." He also mentioned that chasing is a bit easier in the second innings. There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings. On the other hand, Kane Williamson said that the Hyderabad team is trying their best to adapt the conditions of Wankhede Stadium. A few hours back, it was found that there were some wear and tear in the good length area of the pitch, which means spinners will have an upper hand in the match, especially in the second innings. Pressure is definitely on both the sides as the winner will book a finale berth. Hyderabad has entered the field with the same squad. Playing XI: Chennai: Ambati Rayudu, Shane Watson, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Lungi Ngidi Hyderabad: Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami(w), Kane Williamson(c), Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni opts to field in Qualifier 1 against Hyderabad

<p>The recently concluded Nidahas Trophy had many memorable moments, including the last ball six coming out of Dinesh Karthik&#39;s bat to clinch the title from Bangladesh.</p>

<p>However, there is one more incident for which the trophy will be remembered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a do-or-die clash between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium, Shakib al Hasan called back his players at one point after a ball which was a bouncer was not given a no-ball by the umpire.</p>

<p>However, it all did not end there, certain players clashed instead of the customary and traditional handshakes, undermining the spirit of the gentleman&rsquo;s game. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, several photos emerged of broken glass panels in Bangladesh cricket team&rsquo;s pavilion.</p>

<p>The CCTV footage was rather inconclusive but media reports said that the Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan allegedly pushed the door causing the damage.</p>

<p>However, the Bangladeshi skipper was fined 25 per cent of his match fee and was also awarded one demerit point by the International Cricket Council (ICC).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nurul Hasan, who was part of the on-field altercation, pleaded guilty to unruly behaviour and was also fined 25 per cent of his match fee and was also awarded one demerit point.</p>


Several on-field altercations took place between the players of two sides

The recently concluded Nidahas Trophy had many memorable moments, including the last ball six coming out of Dinesh Karthik's bat to clinch the title from Bangladesh. However, there is one more incident for which the trophy will be remembered. In a do-or-die clash between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium, Shakib al Hasan called back his players at one point after a ball which was a bouncer was not given a no-ball by the umpire. However, it all did not end there, certain players clashed instead of the customary and traditional handshakes, undermining the spirit of the gentleman’s game. Later, several photos emerged of broken glass panels in Bangladesh cricket team’s pavilion. The CCTV footage was rather inconclusive but media reports said that the Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan allegedly pushed the door causing the damage. However, the Bangladeshi skipper was fined 25 per cent of his match fee and was also awarded one demerit point by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Nurul Hasan, who was part of the on-field altercation, pleaded guilty to unruly behaviour and was also fined 25 per cent of his match fee and was also awarded one demerit point.

Shakib al Hasan broke dressing room door in Colombo: Reports

<p>The acting president of&nbsp;The Board of Control for Cricket in India C K Khanna hailed the &#39;strength of domestic&nbsp;cricket&#39; for India&#39;s spectacular victory in the finals of Nidahas T20 tri-series against Bangladesh at the R&nbsp;Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>He said,&nbsp;&quot;What an amazing win. Shows the strength of our good domestic cricket. I congratulate everyone for this victory as it shows the hardwork done by every individual involved in BCCI.&quot;</p>

<p>He appreciated <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-final-hero-karthik-has-played-only-19-t20-games-in-11-years-36317">Dinesh Karthik</a> for his efforts in the death overs that helped the team in achieving the set target of 166 runs, he said, &quot;Dinesh Karthik played very well under pressure.&quot;</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-india-bangladesh-nidahas-trophy-tri-series-final-t20-rohit-sharma-shakib-al-hasan-yuzvendra-chahal-shikhar-dhawan-score-updates-36273">Read the match report.</a></strong></p>

<p>After Manish Pandey&#39;s wicket, India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but then <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-final-hero-karthik-has-played-only-19-t20-games-in-11-years-36317">Dinesh Karthik</a> came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers.</p>

<p>Dinesh Karthik, the hero of Nidahas Trophy finale, has played only <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-final-hero-karthik-has-played-only-19-t20-games-in-11-years-36317">19 T20 games in 11 years</a>, blasted 29 runs off just 8 balls. For his splendid innings, he was honoured with the &#39;Man of the Match&#39; award.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What an amazing win. Shows the strength of our good domestic cricket. I congratulate everyone for this victory as it shows the hardwork done by every individual involved in BCCI. Dinesh Karthik played very well under pressure: CK Khanna, BCCI Acting President(File Pic) <a href="https://t.co/McG5iSJCXl">pic.twitter.com/McG5iSJCXl</a></p>
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<p>The regular skipper&nbsp;of India,&nbsp;Virat Kohli, also tweeted to share his regards.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a game of cricket last night, Complete team performance! Big up boys!!! ????????Well done DK <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> ????<a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsBAN</a></p>
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<p>Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri also admired wicket-keeper batsmen <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-final-hero-karthik-has-played-only-19-t20-games-in-11-years-36317">Dinesh Karthik</a> for his marvellous&nbsp;knock.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">No game is over till the fat lady sings. DK, you beauty! <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> ???????? ???? <a href="https://t.co/yKHMaIfc7p">pic.twitter.com/yKHMaIfc7p</a></p>
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'What an amazing win. Shows the strength of our good domestic cricket. I congratulate everyone for this victory as it shows the hardwork done by every individual involved in BCCI,' says Khanna

The acting president of The Board of Control for Cricket in India C K Khanna hailed the 'strength of domestic cricket' for India's spectacular victory in the finals of Nidahas T20 tri-series against Bangladesh at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. He said, "What an amazing win. Shows the strength of our good domestic cricket. I congratulate everyone for this victory as it shows the hardwork done by every individual involved in BCCI." He appreciated Dinesh Karthik for his efforts in the death overs that helped the team in achieving the set target of 166 runs, he said, "Dinesh Karthik played very well under pressure." Read the match report. After Manish Pandey's wicket, India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but then Dinesh Karthik came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers. Dinesh Karthik, the hero of Nidahas Trophy finale, has played only 19 T20 games in 11 years, blasted 29 runs off just 8 balls. For his splendid innings, he was honoured with the 'Man of the Match' award. What an amazing win. Shows the strength of our good domestic cricket. I congratulate everyone for this victory as it shows the hardwork done by every individual involved in BCCI. Dinesh Karthik played very well under pressure: CK Khanna, BCCI Acting President(File Pic) pic.twitter.com/McG5iSJCXl — ANI (@ANI) March 18, 2018 × The regular skipper of India, Virat Kohli, also tweeted to share his regards. What a game of cricket last night, Complete team performance! Big up boys!!! ????????Well done DK @DineshKarthik ????@BCCI #NidahasTrophy2018 #INDvsBAN — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 19, 2018 × Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri also admired wicket-keeper batsmen Dinesh Karthik for his marvellous knock. No game is over till the fat lady sings. DK, you beauty! @DineshKarthik #INDvBAN #NidahasTrophy2018 #TeamIndia ???????? ???? pic.twitter.com/yKHMaIfc7p — Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) March 18, 2018 ×

India's victory shows 'strength of domestic cricket': BCCI Acting President

<p>Dinesh Karthik who emerged as a hero and inspired a mesmerising victory in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series was playing the 19th T20 match of his career at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>He had begun playing for India before MS Dhoni and has worked really hard to mark a comeback in the team.</p>

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<p>32-year-old Karthik is all set to display his captaincy skills in the 11the edition of Indian Premier League as he will lead Kolkata squad.</p>

<p>He was purchased by Kolkata Knight Riders during the auction for an amount of INR 7.4 Cr.</p>

<p>In the final match of T20 tri-series, Dinesh played at a strike rate of 362.50 and scored 29 crucial runs in just 8 balls&nbsp;and finished the nail-biting match by hitting six runs on the last ball.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Watch the last ball six from Dinesh Karthik in HD | <a href="https://t.co/Rq3fEZ9hJ0">https://t.co/Rq3fEZ9hJ0</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/dineshkarthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#dineshkarthik</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indiavsbangladesh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indiavsbangladesh</a> <a href="https://t.co/kVqQiulQKn">pic.twitter.com/kVqQiulQKn</a></p>
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<p>At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/funny-twitter-reactions-to-bangladesh-nagin-dance-celebration-36290">See Funny Twitter reactions to Bangladesh &#39;Nagin&#39; dance celebration</a></strong></p>

<p>For this splendid inning, he was honoured with the man of the match award.</p>

<p>With such brilliant performance under pressure, he definitely deserves to be in the playing XI of India team.</p>

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32-year-old Karthik is all set to display his captaincy skills in the 11the edition of Indian Premier League as he will lead the Kolkata squad

Dinesh Karthik who emerged as a hero and inspired a mesmerising victory in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series was playing the 19th T20 match of his career at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. He had begun playing for India before MS Dhoni and has worked really hard to mark a comeback in the team. Dinesh Karthik made his debut before Dhoni. But he is still only 32 and batting better than ever before. Could well be a wonderful second wind for him if he can keep his form from the last 2 years — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 18, 2018 × 32-year-old Karthik is all set to display his captaincy skills in the 11the edition of Indian Premier League as he will lead Kolkata squad. He was purchased by Kolkata Knight Riders during the auction for an amount of INR 7.4 Cr. In the final match of T20 tri-series, Dinesh played at a strike rate of 362.50 and scored 29 crucial runs in just 8 balls and finished the nail-biting match by hitting six runs on the last ball. Watch the last ball six from Dinesh Karthik in HD | https://t.co/Rq3fEZ9hJ0#dineshkarthik #INDvBAN #indiavsbangladesh pic.twitter.com/kVqQiulQKn — twdownload (@twdownload) March 18, 2018 × At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers. See Funny Twitter reactions to Bangladesh 'Nagin' dance celebration For this splendid inning, he was honoured with the man of the match award. With such brilliant performance under pressure, he definitely deserves to be in the playing XI of India team. What a great knock by #DineshKartik ..#TakeaBow ..made #indiavsbangladesh nail biting death over match ..???? pic.twitter.com/FQbsYSDplU — Jaswanth chowdary (@Jaswanth1001) March 19, 2018 ×

Dinesh Karthik, hero of Nidahas Trophy finale, has played only 19 T20 games in 11 years

<p>India defeated Bangladesh in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>All credit goes to wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Karthik who blasted 29 off just 8 balls and finished the nail-biting match by hitting&nbsp;six runs on the last ball.</p>

<p>In the third match of the tournament, which &#39;the Tigers&#39; won by 5 wickets against Sri Lanka, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/amit-shah-amitabh-bachchan-compliment-dinesh-karthiks-match-winning-knock-36288">Bangladeshi</a> wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim found a new and unusual way of celebration.</p>

<p>He did the famous &#39;Nagin dance&#39; after hitting the winning runs, the dance which went on to become the signature move for Bangladeshi fans and followers.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/amit-shah-amitabh-bachchan-compliment-dinesh-karthiks-match-winning-knock-36288">Also read:&nbsp;Amit Shah, Amitabh Bachchan compliment Dinesh Karthik&#39;s match-winning knock</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">From Getting <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Aadhaar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Aadhaar</a> To Learning The Nagin Dance, Bangladeshis Are Evolving To Be Indians. ????????<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SLvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SLvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BANvsSL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BANvsSL</a> Mushfiqur Rahim <a href="https://t.co/GM3YA5W8sz">pic.twitter.com/GM3YA5W8sz</a></p>
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<p>As Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly and the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues.</p>

<p>When it comes to India and cricket, Indian fans&nbsp;go extra miles to showcase their love as well as anger but India&#39;s performance in the T20 tri-series was brilliant.</p>

<p>Especially, Dinesh Karthik&#39;s magnificent knock in the final match was a massive reason to celebrate and display love for the team.</p>

<p>See how Indian&nbsp;fans <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/amit-shah-amitabh-bachchan-compliment-dinesh-karthiks-match-winning-knock-36288">reacted</a> to the famous &#39;Nagin dance&#39; of Bangladeshi players when &#39;Men in Blue&#39; clinched the&nbsp;Nidahas Trophy in the last ball&nbsp;thriller.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Today dinesh karthik ???????????????? <a href="https://t.co/7ZR5yWeu83">pic.twitter.com/7ZR5yWeu83</a></p>
&mdash; சுந்தர் ???? (@ramsunder4) <a href="https://twitter.com/ramsunder4/status/975431638946430977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh karthik to whole nation : <a href="https://t.co/zaFVqh9B3r">pic.twitter.com/zaFVqh9B3r</a></p>
&mdash; That Sarcastic Singh (@SardarManpreet5) <a href="https://twitter.com/SardarManpreet5/status/975424066302525440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik after saving Vijay Shankar&#39;s career. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/cd5Uj87qjx">pic.twitter.com/cd5Uj87qjx</a></p>
&mdash; SAGAR (@sagarcasm) <a href="https://twitter.com/sagarcasm/status/975440913546686464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pic 1: What Indians think of Dinesh Karthik.<br />
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Pic 2: What Bangladeshis think of Dinesh Karthik now<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/5WW7dVIIL7">pic.twitter.com/5WW7dVIIL7</a></p>
&mdash; Mathematician (@rajivv1390) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajivv1390/status/975420211347288064?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">How Dinesh Karthik played today...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DineshKarthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DineshKarthik</a> <a href="https://t.co/5YuJX77Zjw">pic.twitter.com/5YuJX77Zjw</a></p>
&mdash; IndiaGlitz - Tamil (@igtamil) <a href="https://twitter.com/igtamil/status/975420912961863680?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Take a bow, Dinesh Karthik???????????? <a href="https://t.co/O9gy8NTH6P">pic.twitter.com/O9gy8NTH6P</a></p>
&mdash; All India Bakchod (@AllIndiaBakchod) <a href="https://twitter.com/AllIndiaBakchod/status/975422352702894080?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sunil Gavaskar Doing Nagin Dance To Troll <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bangladesh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bangladesh</a> Just Won Our Heart. ???????????????????? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DineshKarthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DineshKarthik</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BANvsIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BANvsIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> <a href="https://t.co/lOT0DRvJDc">pic.twitter.com/lOT0DRvJDc</a></p>
&mdash; Sir Ravindra Jadeja (@SirJadeja) <a href="https://twitter.com/SirJadeja/status/975473338133897216?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik like a boss ???????????? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/HMtOE8gWu1">pic.twitter.com/HMtOE8gWu1</a></p>
&mdash; Deepak (@deepuzoomout) <a href="https://twitter.com/deepuzoomout/status/975419409555628032?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pic 1: Bangladesh fans before the match<br />
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Pic 2: Bangladesh fans after the match<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dinesh_karthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Dinesh_karthik</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Karthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Karthik</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DineshKarthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DineshKarthik</a> <a href="https://t.co/P1xakngkUz">pic.twitter.com/P1xakngkUz</a></p>
&mdash; Mast Malang ^_^ (@sanket_daksha) <a href="https://twitter.com/sanket_daksha/status/975420545578754048?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">This is what Dinesh Karthik has done with Bangladesh<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DineshKarthik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DineshKarthik</a> <a href="https://t.co/hjIB7Whiv4">pic.twitter.com/hjIB7Whiv4</a></p>
&mdash; Sorry (@RitikRai619) <a href="https://twitter.com/RitikRai619/status/975420802362327041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">This is how Dinesh Kartik came to Batting crease.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/x2iuwBNnLZ">pic.twitter.com/x2iuwBNnLZ</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> Tiger Or Snake Is Temporary, Losing And Crying Is Permanent. ???????????? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> Nagin Dance<br />
Dinesh Karthik Team India <a href="https://t.co/Lj93Lq1oqQ">pic.twitter.com/Lj93Lq1oqQ</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a><br />
Dinesh Karthik in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> match be like : <a href="https://t.co/galjyqCepg">pic.twitter.com/galjyqCepg</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Rubel hossain to Dinesh karthik <a href="https://t.co/MgHWJMQSiH">pic.twitter.com/MgHWJMQSiH</a></p>
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Indian fans reacted to the famous 'Nagin dance' of Bangladeshi players when 'Men in Blue' clinched the Nidahas Trophy

India defeated Bangladesh in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. All credit goes to wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Karthik who blasted 29 off just 8 balls and finished the nail-biting match by hitting six runs on the last ball. In the third match of the tournament, which 'the Tigers' won by 5 wickets against Sri Lanka, Bangladeshi wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim found a new and unusual way of celebration. He did the famous 'Nagin dance' after hitting the winning runs, the dance which went on to become the signature move for Bangladeshi fans and followers. Also read: Amit Shah, Amitabh Bachchan compliment Dinesh Karthik's match-winning knock From Getting #Aadhaar To Learning The Nagin Dance, Bangladeshis Are Evolving To Be Indians. ????????#SLvBAN #BANvsSL Mushfiqur Rahim pic.twitter.com/GM3YA5W8sz — Sir Ravindra Jadeja (@SirJadeja) March 10, 2018 × As Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly and the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues. When it comes to India and cricket, Indian fans go extra miles to showcase their love as well as anger but India's performance in the T20 tri-series was brilliant. Especially, Dinesh Karthik's magnificent knock in the final match was a massive reason to celebrate and display love for the team. See how Indian fans reacted to the famous 'Nagin dance' of Bangladeshi players when 'Men in Blue' clinched the Nidahas Trophy in the last ball thriller. Today dinesh karthik ???????????????? pic.twitter.com/7ZR5yWeu83 — சுந்தர் ???? (@ramsunder4) March 18, 2018 × Dinesh karthik to whole nation : pic.twitter.com/zaFVqh9B3r — That Sarcastic Singh (@SardarManpreet5) March 18, 2018 × Dinesh Karthik after saving Vijay Shankar's career. #INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/cd5Uj87qjx — SAGAR (@sagarcasm) March 18, 2018 × Pic 1: What Indians think of Dinesh Karthik. Pic 2: What Bangladeshis think of Dinesh Karthik now#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/5WW7dVIIL7 — Mathematician (@rajivv1390) March 18, 2018 × How Dinesh Karthik played today...#INDvBAN #DK #DineshKarthik pic.twitter.com/5YuJX77Zjw — IndiaGlitz - Tamil (@igtamil) March 18, 2018 × Take a bow, Dinesh Karthik???????????? pic.twitter.com/O9gy8NTH6P — All India Bakchod (@AllIndiaBakchod) March 18, 2018 × Sunil Gavaskar Doing Nagin Dance To Troll #Bangladesh Just Won Our Heart. ???????????????????? #DineshKarthik #INDvBAN #INDvsBAN #BANvsIND #NidahasTrophy pic.twitter.com/lOT0DRvJDc — Sir Ravindra Jadeja (@SirJadeja) March 18, 2018 × Dinesh Karthik like a boss ???????????? #INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/HMtOE8gWu1 — Deepak (@deepuzoomout) March 18, 2018 × Pic 1: Bangladesh fans before the match Pic 2: Bangladesh fans after the match#INDvBAN#Dinesh_karthik#Karthik#DineshKarthik pic.twitter.com/P1xakngkUz — Mast Malang ^_^ (@sanket_daksha) March 18, 2018 × This is what Dinesh Karthik has done with Bangladesh#INDvBAN #DineshKarthik pic.twitter.com/hjIB7Whiv4 — Sorry (@RitikRai619) March 18, 2018 × This is how Dinesh Kartik came to Batting crease.#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/x2iuwBNnLZ — Dr. Dang (@Trozanmind) March 18, 2018 × #INDvBAN Tiger Or Snake Is Temporary, Losing And Crying Is Permanent. ???????????? #INDvsBAN #NidahasTrophy2018 #NidahasTrophy Nagin Dance Dinesh Karthik Team India pic.twitter.com/Lj93Lq1oqQ — Pranay Prakash (@EncountersSam) March 18, 2018 × #NidahasTrophy2018 Dinesh Karthik in #INDvBAN match be like : pic.twitter.com/galjyqCepg — ⏩????ஜோக்கர்????⏩ (@sabariboss2194) March 18, 2018 × Rubel hossain to Dinesh karthik pic.twitter.com/MgHWJMQSiH — Miheer Parashare (@the_miheer) March 18, 2018 ×

Funny Twitter reactions to Bangladesh 'Nagin' dance celebration

<p>Dinesh Karthik blasted 29 off just 8 balls and inspired team India to win the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>He played at an average of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-india-bangladesh-nidahas-trophy-tri-series-final-t20-rohit-sharma-shakib-al-hasan-yuzvendra-chahal-shikhar-dhawan-score-updates-36273">Also read:&nbsp;India win nail-biting thriller as Dinesh Karthik hits match-winning six</a></strong></p>

<p>At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik emerged as a champion and finished the nail-biting match by hitting a six on the last ball.</p>

<p>Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues.</p>

<p>See how Twitterati reacted to Dinesh magnificent innings.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a thrilling game! Superb finish by Dinesh Kartik led to smashing victory&nbsp;against Bangladesh. Congratulations to the entire team for winning the&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a>&nbsp;T20 tri-series final.</p>
&mdash; Amit Shah (@AmitShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/975431701831630848?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">T 2747 - INDIA WINS !! T20 in the TRI championship VS BanglaDesh .. what a thriller .. BD had us on the ropes .. and Dinesh Kartik, you beauty .. a brilliant knock .. 24 needed in last 2 overs .. 5 runs and 1 ball left and he hits a 6 ! INCREDIBLE ! CONGRATULATIONS !! <a href="https://t.co/je0WyaWzpe">pic.twitter.com/je0WyaWzpe</a></p>
&mdash; Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) <a href="https://twitter.com/SrBachchan/status/975433887261184005?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Amazing victory by <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a>. Superb batting by <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a>. A great knock by <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> to set the platform.<br />
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What a finish to a final!!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZYDl6jzVWl">pic.twitter.com/ZYDl6jzVWl</a></p>
&mdash; Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/975422188323930113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p>Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle said, &quot;This is the best he has been batting in his career.&quot;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik made his debut before Dhoni. But he is still only 32 and batting better than ever before. Could well be a wonderful second wind for him if he can keep his form from the last 2 years</p>
&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/975420809551335425?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Easily the best hand Dinesh Karthik has played in his career. Been saying it for a while, this is the best he has been batting in his career</p>
&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/975418995342901250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Been harping on this for a while -<br />
Dinesh Karthik is a very competent batsman and team man.<br />
No way he shouldn&#39;t be 2nd or minimum 3rd keeper.<br />
Should have played those two tests in South Africa.</p>
&mdash; Sorabh Pant (@hankypanty) <a href="https://twitter.com/hankypanty/status/975435920265551872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">DINESH KARTHIK, YOU BEAUTY!????????????????????????????????????????????<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasOnDSport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasOnDSport</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik has just played the knock of his life. Has had quite a few utility performances in supporting role over the years, but this is one for folklore.. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> .. Cool and calm as you like with 5 needed.. wowzaaa</p>
&mdash; Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) <a href="https://twitter.com/jatinsapru/status/975419258682429440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! DINESH KARTIK OH MY GOD !!!!!!!!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????</p>
&mdash; Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/RanveerOfficial/status/975418876837158912?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Finishes with a SIX. Dinesh Karthik, you beauty. Brought India back from the dead. One of the key gains from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a></p>
&mdash; Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketaakash/status/975419145670950913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a finish!!! Well played big guy <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a>. Outstanding effort by the team. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/topstuff?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#topstuff</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Well done Team India <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> . What an amazing win. <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> what a knock under pressure. This is a bunch of youngsters and they&#39;ve done so well on this tour. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a></p>
&mdash; Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamyusufpathan/status/975420417635770368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Top inn <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> very well done.. special hitting.. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indvsBang?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indvsBang</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> captain <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> ????????????</p>
&mdash; Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/975420255530094593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Remarkable win boys <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bcci</a> ???? pretty much typifies the brand of cricket we play ???????? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDVBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDVBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Champions?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Champions</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/supremacy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#supremacy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophyFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophyFinal</a> <a href="https://t.co/ewUKclUX29">pic.twitter.com/ewUKclUX29</a></p>
&mdash; Murali Vijay (@mvj888) <a href="https://twitter.com/mvj888/status/975418962094600194?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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Dinesh Karthik played at a strike rate of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award

Dinesh Karthik blasted 29 off just 8 balls and inspired team India to win the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. He played at an average of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award. Also read: India win nail-biting thriller as Dinesh Karthik hits match-winning six At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik emerged as a champion and finished the nail-biting match by hitting a six on the last ball. Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues. See how Twitterati reacted to Dinesh magnificent innings. What a thrilling game! Superb finish by Dinesh Kartik led to smashing victory against Bangladesh. Congratulations to the entire team for winning the #NidahasTrophy2018 T20 tri-series final. — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 18, 2018 × T 2747 - INDIA WINS !! T20 in the TRI championship VS BanglaDesh .. what a thriller .. BD had us on the ropes .. and Dinesh Kartik, you beauty .. a brilliant knock .. 24 needed in last 2 overs .. 5 runs and 1 ball left and he hits a 6 ! INCREDIBLE ! CONGRATULATIONS !! pic.twitter.com/je0WyaWzpe — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) March 18, 2018 × Amazing victory by #TeamIndia. Superb batting by @DineshKarthik. A great knock by @ImRo45 to set the platform. What a finish to a final!!#NidahasTrophy2018 #INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/ZYDl6jzVWl — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 18, 2018 × Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle said, "This is the best he has been batting in his career." Dinesh Karthik made his debut before Dhoni. But he is still only 32 and batting better than ever before. Could well be a wonderful second wind for him if he can keep his form from the last 2 years — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 18, 2018 × Easily the best hand Dinesh Karthik has played in his career. Been saying it for a while, this is the best he has been batting in his career — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 18, 2018 × Been harping on this for a while - Dinesh Karthik is a very competent batsman and team man. No way he shouldn't be 2nd or minimum 3rd keeper. Should have played those two tests in South Africa. — Sorabh Pant (@hankypanty) March 18, 2018 × DINESH KARTHIK, YOU BEAUTY!????????????????????????????????????????????#NidahasOnDSport — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) March 18, 2018 × Dinesh Karthik has just played the knock of his life. Has had quite a few utility performances in supporting role over the years, but this is one for folklore.. #INDvBAN .. Cool and calm as you like with 5 needed.. wowzaaa — Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) March 18, 2018 × UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! DINESH KARTIK OH MY GOD !!!!!!!!! #INDvBAN ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) March 18, 2018 × Finishes with a SIX. Dinesh Karthik, you beauty. Brought India back from the dead. One of the key gains from #NidahasTrophy #INDvBAN — Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 18, 2018 × What a finish!!! Well played big guy @DineshKarthik. Outstanding effort by the team. #INDvBAN #topstuff — Jasprit bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) March 18, 2018 × Well done Team India @BCCI . What an amazing win. @DineshKarthik what a knock under pressure. This is a bunch of youngsters and they've done so well on this tour. #INDvBAN — Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) March 18, 2018 × Top inn @DineshKarthik very well done.. special hitting.. #indvsBang @BCCI congratulations #TeamIndia captain @ImRo45 ???????????? — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) March 18, 2018 × Remarkable win boys @bcci ???? pretty much typifies the brand of cricket we play ???????? #INDVBAN #Champions #TeamIndia #supremacy #NidahasTrophy #NidahasTrophyFinal pic.twitter.com/ewUKclUX29 — Murali Vijay (@mvj888) March 18, 2018 ×

Amit Shah, Amitabh Bachchan compliment Dinesh Karthik's match-winning knock

<p>Dinesh Karthik, the hero of the match, played exceptionally well as India beat Bangladesh in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>At a moment when&nbsp;Manish Pandey lost his wicket and&nbsp;India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers.</p>

<p>Dinesh played at an average of 362.50 and scored 29 crucial runs in just 8 balls. For this splendid inning, he was honoured&nbsp;with the man of the match award.</p>

<p>Washington Sundar received Man of the Series award for his brilliant performance in the series.</p>

<p>Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues.</p>

<p>In the beginning, India lost its first wicket in the form of opener Shikhar Dhawan in the third over.</p>

<p>Just after that, Suresh Raina lost his wicket by edging the ball in the hands of wicket-keeper&nbsp;Mushfiqur Rahim and returned to the pavilion at a duck.</p>

<p>The ball was declared as a wide ball but skipper&nbsp;Shakib Al Hasan contested the decision and took a successful review.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma found a determined ally in KL Rahul to achieve the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-india-bangladesh-nidahas-trophy-tri-series-final-t20-rohit-sharma-shakib-al-hasan-score-updates-36260">set target</a> of 167 runs but the latter lost his wicket after scoring 24 runs for the team.</p>

<p>Rohit salvaged Indian innings but sliced the ball in the hands of a fielder at long-on. He was going for a big hit but the bowler delivered a full-length ball without giving enough room so that Rohit could not stretch his hands.</p>

<p>Manish Pandey tried to push the run rate and scored 28 runs for the team but due&nbsp;to the pressure of hitting more, he lost his wicket by giving an easy catch at long-on in the hands of&nbsp;Sabbir Rahman.</p>

<p>Role of Vijay Shankar cannot be snubbed as being a non-batsman he helped with his bat and scored very important 17 runs for the team and kept rotating the strike.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-india-bangladesh-nidahas-trophy-tri-series-final-t20-rohit-sharma-shakib-al-hasan-score-updates-36260">Also read: The report of first innings</a></strong></p>

<p>Earlier, India won the toss and opted to bowl against <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-trophy-rejuvenated-bangladesh-aim-to-break-t20-hoodoo-against-india-in-final-36246">Bangladesh</a> in the final of the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-trophy-rejuvenated-bangladesh-aim-to-break-t20-hoodoo-against-india-in-final-36246">Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series</a> at the R&nbsp;Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Playing first <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/nidahas-trophy-rejuvenated-bangladesh-aim-to-break-t20-hoodoo-against-india-in-final-36246">Bangladesh</a> had a crashing start as Washington Sundar sent the first warning by dismissing opener Liton Das (11) in fourth over.</p>

<p>Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal thrashed Bangladeshi top batting order by two taking quick wickets of Tamim Iqbal (15) and Soumya Sarkar (1) in the fifth&nbsp;over.</p>

<p>Then Shabbir Rahman came at number 3 and salvaged the innings by hitting 77 runs but got bowled at on a brilliant delivery of Indian pacer Jaydev Unadkat.</p>

<p>Chahal struck again and saw off wicket-keeper batsman Mushfiqur Rahim at a low score of 9 runs.</p>

<p>Mahmudullah (21) and skipper Shakib Al Hasan (7) fell short in running between the wickets returned to the pavilion.</p>

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Dinesh Karthik scored 29 crucial runs in just 8 balls and was honoured with the 'Man of the Match award

Dinesh Karthik, the hero of the match, played exceptionally well as India beat Bangladesh in the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik came in and outplayed Bangladeshi bowlers. Dinesh played at an average of 362.50 and scored 29 crucial runs in just 8 balls. For this splendid inning, he was honoured with the man of the match award. Washington Sundar received Man of the Series award for his brilliant performance in the series. Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues. In the beginning, India lost its first wicket in the form of opener Shikhar Dhawan in the third over. Just after that, Suresh Raina lost his wicket by edging the ball in the hands of wicket-keeper Mushfiqur Rahim and returned to the pavilion at a duck. The ball was declared as a wide ball but skipper Shakib Al Hasan contested the decision and took a successful review. Rohit Sharma found a determined ally in KL Rahul to achieve the set target of 167 runs but the latter lost his wicket after scoring 24 runs for the team. Rohit salvaged Indian innings but sliced the ball in the hands of a fielder at long-on. He was going for a big hit but the bowler delivered a full-length ball without giving enough room so that Rohit could not stretch his hands. Manish Pandey tried to push the run rate and scored 28 runs for the team but due to the pressure of hitting more, he lost his wicket by giving an easy catch at long-on in the hands of Sabbir Rahman. Role of Vijay Shankar cannot be snubbed as being a non-batsman he helped with his bat and scored very important 17 runs for the team and kept rotating the strike. Also read: The report of first innings Earlier, India won the toss and opted to bowl against Bangladesh in the final of the Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. Playing first Bangladesh had a crashing start as Washington Sundar sent the first warning by dismissing opener Liton Das (11) in fourth over. Spinner Yuzvendra Chahal thrashed Bangladeshi top batting order by two taking quick wickets of Tamim Iqbal (15) and Soumya Sarkar (1) in the fifth over. Then Shabbir Rahman came at number 3 and salvaged the innings by hitting 77 runs but got bowled at on a brilliant delivery of Indian pacer Jaydev Unadkat. Chahal struck again and saw off wicket-keeper batsman Mushfiqur Rahim at a low score of 9 runs. Mahmudullah (21) and skipper Shakib Al Hasan (7) fell short in running between the wickets returned to the pavilion.

Nidahas Trophy: India win nail-biting thriller as Dinesh Karthik hits match-winning six

<p>The first match of tri-nation ODI Series between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh is underway.</p>

<p>Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl.</p>

<p>Batting first, Zimbabwe couldn&#39;t score much and had to settle for 170 runs after being destroyed by the&nbsp;stunning spell of Bangladeshi bowlers.</p>

<p>Bangladesh created pressure by taking wickets at regular intervals&nbsp;and restricted the Zimbabwe team at a lower total.</p>

<p>Zimbabwe had a crashing start as they lost 2 wickets in the first over.</p>

<p>Shakib-al-Hasan was magnificent in his spell and took two early wickets of Solomon Mire and Craig Ervine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hamilton Masakadza fell prey to skipper Mashrafe Mortaza and lost his wicket after scoring 15 odd runs.</p>

<p>Brendan Taylor and Sikandar Raza tried scoring and created a partnership of 21 runs before Taylor lost his wicket to Mustafizur at 24.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, Raza defended his wicket and tried to push the run rate. He found a determined ally in Peter Moor and they both had put up a 50-run partnership.</p>

<p>Sikandar Raza was playing defensive but was run out by Shakib and Rahim. The rest of the team wrapped up quickly.</p>

<p>Bangladesh bowlers confounded Zimbabwe&#39;s batting order.</p>

<p>Sunzamul Islam got one wicket, Mustafizur Rahman got two wickets and Rubel Hossain marked a milestone of taking 100 wickets after blowing off the stumps of Tendai Chatara.</p>

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<p><strong>Fall of wickets:</strong></p>

<p>2-1 (Solomon Mire, 0.1), 2-2 (Craig Ervine, 0.3), 30-3 (Hamilton Masakadza, 7.6), 51-4 (Brendan Taylor, 16.4), 81-5 (Malcolm Waller, 25.4), 131-6 (Sikandar Raza, 39.1), 161-7 (Graeme Cremer, 45.3), 167-8 (Peter Moor, 47.3), 167-9 (Tendai Chatara, 47.4), 170-10 (Blessing Muzarabani, 48.6).</p>


Zimbabwe set a target of 171 runs after Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl

The first match of tri-nation ODI Series between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh is underway. Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl. Batting first, Zimbabwe couldn't score much and had to settle for 170 runs after being destroyed by the stunning spell of Bangladeshi bowlers. Bangladesh created pressure by taking wickets at regular intervals and restricted the Zimbabwe team at a lower total. Zimbabwe had a crashing start as they lost 2 wickets in the first over. Shakib-al-Hasan was magnificent in his spell and took two early wickets of Solomon Mire and Craig Ervine. Hamilton Masakadza fell prey to skipper Mashrafe Mortaza and lost his wicket after scoring 15 odd runs. Brendan Taylor and Sikandar Raza tried scoring and created a partnership of 21 runs before Taylor lost his wicket to Mustafizur at 24. Later, Raza defended his wicket and tried to push the run rate. He found a determined ally in Peter Moor and they both had put up a 50-run partnership. Sikandar Raza was playing defensive but was run out by Shakib and Rahim. The rest of the team wrapped up quickly. Bangladesh bowlers confounded Zimbabwe's batting order. Sunzamul Islam got one wicket, Mustafizur Rahman got two wickets and Rubel Hossain marked a milestone of taking 100 wickets after blowing off the stumps of Tendai Chatara. WICKET! Rubel on a hat-trick! Zimbabwe are 167/9.#BANvZIM To Watch Tri-Nation ODI Series LIVE, Download the app from the links below and hit the LIVE Button. Android: https://t.co/gRrE3kJgYc iOS: https://t.co/FfYlStljof Watch Live Streaming at https://t.co/rlvwX9LzlX pic.twitter.com/InWY7J33MT — Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) January 15, 2018 × Fall of wickets: 2-1 (Solomon Mire, 0.1), 2-2 (Craig Ervine, 0.3), 30-3 (Hamilton Masakadza, 7.6), 51-4 (Brendan Taylor, 16.4), 81-5 (Malcolm Waller, 25.4), 131-6 (Sikandar Raza, 39.1), 161-7 (Graeme Cremer, 45.3), 167-8 (Peter Moor, 47.3), 167-9 (Tendai Chatara, 47.4), 170-10 (Blessing Muzarabani, 48.6).

Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe: Shakib Al Hasan outspins Zimbabwe

<p>Opener Tamim Iqbal struck an unbeaten half-century to guide Bangladesh to an eight-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the opening match of a tri-nation one-day international tournament in Dhaka on Monday.</p>

<p>Tamim scored 84 off 93 balls at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium as Bangladesh cruised to 171-2 in just 28.3 overs.</p>

<p>The hosts earlier dispatched Zimbabwe for 170 in 49 overs as left-arm spinner Shakib Al Hasan claimed 3-43.</p>

<p>Sikandar Raza top-scored for the visitors with 52 as well as taking 2-53.</p>

<p>Bangladesh never looked in trouble, with Shakib striking twice in the first over after skipper Mashrafe Mortaza won the toss and opted to bowl.</p>

<p>Mashrafe and Mustafizur Rahman quickly reduced Zimbabwe to 51 for four, before Raza provided some brief resistance to his dogged 99-ball innings.</p>

<p>Peter Moor supported Raza with 33 before Rubel Hossain (2-24) took two wickets off successive balls, fast-tracking Zimbabwe&rsquo;s collapse and becoming Bangladesh&#39;s fifth bowler to claim 100 ODI wickets.</p>

<p>Mustafizur, who claimed 2-29, produced an off-cutter to uproot Blessing Muzarabani&#39;s off-stump and end Zimbabwe&rsquo;s innings.</p>

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<p>Tamim, who hit eight fours and a six, lost his opening partner Anamul Haque early on for 19 but added 78 with Shakib (37) for the second wicket to set up the innings for Bangladesh.</p>

<p>Shakib -- who won the man of the match award -- said the win stood the hosts in good stead ahead of their match against Sri Lanka, the other team in the tri-nation series.</p>

<p>&quot;Keeping up momentum is very important. This win should give us some confidence before facing Sri Lanka, who I think will offer us a tough challenge,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer blamed poor batting for their defeat.</p>

<p>&quot;It was not one of those wickets where you could score easily. We had a lot of soft dismissals in our batting line-up,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>Zimbabwe play Sri Lanka in their next match of the tournament at the same ground on Wednesday.</p>

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Zimbabwe had set a target of 171 runs after Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl

Opener Tamim Iqbal struck an unbeaten half-century to guide Bangladesh to an eight-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the opening match of a tri-nation one-day international tournament in Dhaka on Monday. Tamim scored 84 off 93 balls at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium as Bangladesh cruised to 171-2 in just 28.3 overs. The hosts earlier dispatched Zimbabwe for 170 in 49 overs as left-arm spinner Shakib Al Hasan claimed 3-43. Sikandar Raza top-scored for the visitors with 52 as well as taking 2-53. Bangladesh never looked in trouble, with Shakib striking twice in the first over after skipper Mashrafe Mortaza won the toss and opted to bowl. Mashrafe and Mustafizur Rahman quickly reduced Zimbabwe to 51 for four, before Raza provided some brief resistance to his dogged 99-ball innings. Peter Moor supported Raza with 33 before Rubel Hossain (2-24) took two wickets off successive balls, fast-tracking Zimbabwe’s collapse and becoming Bangladesh's fifth bowler to claim 100 ODI wickets. Mustafizur, who claimed 2-29, produced an off-cutter to uproot Blessing Muzarabani's off-stump and end Zimbabwe’s innings. Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe by 8 wickets in the opening match of ROCKET Tri-Nation ODI Series 2018.#BANvZIM pic.twitter.com/OERqPlCZQV — Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) January 15, 2018 × Tamim, who hit eight fours and a six, lost his opening partner Anamul Haque early on for 19 but added 78 with Shakib (37) for the second wicket to set up the innings for Bangladesh. Shakib -- who won the man of the match award -- said the win stood the hosts in good stead ahead of their match against Sri Lanka, the other team in the tri-nation series. "Keeping up momentum is very important. This win should give us some confidence before facing Sri Lanka, who I think will offer us a tough challenge," he said. Zimbabwe captain Graeme Cremer blamed poor batting for their defeat. "It was not one of those wickets where you could score easily. We had a lot of soft dismissals in our batting line-up," he said. Zimbabwe play Sri Lanka in their next match of the tournament at the same ground on Wednesday. Also see Zimbabwe's innings.

Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan inspire Bangladesh to victory over Zimbabwe

<p>Chris Gayle hit 18 sixes on his way to an unbeaten 146 off 69 balls for the Rangpur Riders against the Dhaka Dynamites to create Twenty20 cricket history in the Bangladesh Premier League final on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Gayle, who was dropped by Shakib Al Hasan on 22, broke the record he set when he smashed 17 sixes in an unbeaten 175 for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the Indian Premier League&#39;s 2013 final.</p>

<p>The 38-year-old Jamaican&#39;s knock also took him past 11,000 runs in the shortest format of the game and made him the first player to score 20 centuries in T20 cricket.</p>

<p>Gayle, who has now struck 819 sixes in T20 cricket, last played a T20 international for West Indies in September and his last Test match was against Bangladesh in 2014.</p>

<p>His unbeaten 201-run partnership with New Zealand&#39;s Brendan McCullum steered Rangpur Riders to 206 for 1.</p>

<p>They went on to win the game and to win their maiden title.&nbsp;</p>


Gayle scored an unbeaten 146 off 69 balls for the Rangpur Riders against the Dhaka Dynamites

Chris Gayle hit 18 sixes on his way to an unbeaten 146 off 69 balls for the Rangpur Riders against the Dhaka Dynamites to create Twenty20 cricket history in the Bangladesh Premier League final on Tuesday. Gayle, who was dropped by Shakib Al Hasan on 22, broke the record he set when he smashed 17 sixes in an unbeaten 175 for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in the Indian Premier League's 2013 final. The 38-year-old Jamaican's knock also took him past 11,000 runs in the shortest format of the game and made him the first player to score 20 centuries in T20 cricket. Gayle, who has now struck 819 sixes in T20 cricket, last played a T20 international for West Indies in September and his last Test match was against Bangladesh in 2014. His unbeaten 201-run partnership with New Zealand's Brendan McCullum steered Rangpur Riders to 206 for 1. They went on to win the game and to win their maiden title.

Bangladesh Premier League final: Chris Gayle hits 18 sixes

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