The second T20I match between Bangladesh and New Zealand was abandoned on April 29, 2026, in Chattogram due to heavy rain and thunderstorms. This leaves Bangladesh with a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Key facts:
- The match was called off at 4:15 PM local time, an hour before the official cut-off.
- Persistent rain meant the covers were never removed and the outfield remained unplayable.
- Bangladesh won the first T20I by six wickets, scoring 183 runs against New Zealand’s 182.
- This victory marked Bangladesh’s highest successful T20I chase at home.
- Both teams were restricted to indoor training sessions due to weather conditions.
The first match took place on April 27, where Tawhid Hridoy played a significant role in leading his team to victory. Nick Kelly and his teammates from New Zealand will face increased pressure in the upcoming matches.
The third and final T20I is scheduled for May 2, 2026, in Dhaka. However, similar weather conditions are forecasted for that day, which may affect the match.
