Bangladesh restrict Pakistan to 135 in race for final

Bangladesh produced a tight show with the ball to restrict Pakistan to 135 in a virtual semi-final for a spot in the Asia Cup final against India.
The Tigers' bowlers maintained consistent pressure throughout the innings, with tight lines and effective variations at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday, reports bdnews24.com.
Key breakthroughs were achieved at crucial moments, limiting Pakistan's scoring opportunities and preventing any significant partnerships from developing.
Pakistan's top-order struggled to establish partnerships, with early wickets falling under pressure from disciplined bowling from Mahedi Hasan (3-28) and Taskin Ahmed (2-28).
Reduced to 33 for 3, Rishad Ahmed landed a double blow as Pakistan sank to 5-49.
Late contributions from Mohammad Haris (31) and Mohammad Nawaz (25) and a brief cameo from Shaheen Shah Afridi (19) helped Pakistan post the subpar total.