NZ vs BAN ODI Series 2026 Results: Full Scorecards, Winners & Player Stats Breakdown

The New Zealand vs Bangladesh ODI series in 2026 delivered thrilling encounters, with the Black Caps showcasing their dominance in Bangladesh. This three-match showdown highlighted emerging talents, tactical brilliance, and gritty performances under pressure.

Series Overview

New Zealand emerged victorious in the series, clinching a convincing lead through superior batting depth and bowling discipline. Played across Dhaka venues, the series ran from mid-April, captivating fans with high-scoring chases and dramatic collapses. Bangladesh fought valiantly but struggled against New Zealand’s experienced core, resulting in a series win that boosts the Kiwis’ confidence ahead of major tournaments.

The tour underscored New Zealand’s adaptability to subcontinental conditions, where spin and pace combined effectively. Bangladesh’s top order showed promise, yet middle-order fragility proved costly. Key themes included powerplay dominance by the visitors and Bangladesh’s reliance on all-rounders for breakthroughs.

First ODI Breakdown

Match Summary

New Zealand posted a competitive total of 247 for 8 in their 50 overs, setting a challenging target on a pitch offering turn. Bangladesh responded with 221 all out in 48.3 overs, falling short by 26 runs. The Black Caps took a 1-0 lead, thanks to a solid middle-order platform and disciplined death bowling.

New Zealand Batting Scorecard

New Zealand’s innings kicked off steadily in the powerplay, scoring 38 runs for 1 wicket in the first 10 overs. The middle phase saw acceleration, with 147 runs for 4 wickets between overs 10 to 40. Henry Nicholls top-scored with a composed 68, anchoring the innings amid wickets tumbling at the other end. Dean Foxcroft contributed a fluent 59, forging crucial partnerships that pushed the total beyond 240.

Batsman	Runs	Balls	4s	6s	Strike Rate
Rachin Ravindra	32	45	3	1	71.11
Henry Nicholls	68	92	6	2	73.91
Dean Foxcroft	59	78	5	1	75.64
Tom Latham (c/wk)	28	35	2	0	80.00
Glenn Phillips	21	22	2	1	95.45
Michael Bracewell	12	15	1	0	80.00
Extras	27	–	–	–	–
Total	247/8 (50 overs)

Bangladesh Bowling Highlights

Taskin Ahmed led the attack with 10 wickets across recent forms, claiming key scalps here. Nahid Rana impressed with his pace variations, while spinners Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Rishad Hossain restricted flow in the middle overs. Their efforts kept New Zealand under check, but leaky death overs proved expensive.

Bangladesh Batting Scorecard

Chasing 248, Bangladesh lost early momentum but rallied briefly. Najmul Hossain Shanto’s 77 provided hope, yet regular strikes from New Zealand’s seamers derailed the chase.

Batsman	Runs	Balls	4s	6s	Strike Rate
Tanzid Hasan Tamim	24	38	2	0	63.16
Litton Das (wk)	41	52	4	1	78.85
Najmul Hossain Shanto	77	98	7	2	78.57
Towhid Hridoy	7	15	0	0	46.67
Mehidy Hasan Miraz	13	20	1	0	65.00
Rishad Hossain	26	28	2	1	92.86
Taskin Ahmed	10	12	1	0	83.33
Extras	23	–	–	–	–
Total	221 (48.3 overs)

New Zealand Bowling Figures

The bowling unit shone, with seamers exploiting conditions early. Lockie Ferguson and Trent Boult shared vital wickets, while Michael Bracewell’s spin yielded breakthroughs in the middle.

Bowler	Overs	Maidens	Runs	Wickets	Economy
Trent Boult	9.3	0	42	3	4.42
Lockie Ferguson	10	1	38	2	3.80
Michael Bracewell	8	0	35	2	4.38
Rachin Ravindra	7	0	41	1	5.86

Second ODI Breakdown

Match Summary

Bangladesh bounced back in the second ODI, but New Zealand’s resilience prevailed. Nahid Rana’s all-round heroics earned him Player of the Match, yet the Kiwis defended a modest total to seal the series. NF Kelly’s 83 anchored New Zealand’s chase, showcasing cover-drive mastery.

Key Performances

New Zealand adapted better to spin-heavy attacks, with Kelly’s knock steering them home. Bangladesh’s Rana starred with bat and ball, but fielding lapses hurt their cause. The match tilted in powerplays, where New Zealand’s openers built a platform.

Player	Role	Key Stats
NF Kelly	Bat	83 (102) – 14 fours
Nahid Rana	Bowl	Multiple wickets, quick runs
Glenn Phillips	All	Quick 40s, handy overs

Bangladesh posted a competitive score, but New Zealand chased it down with overs to spare. Rana’s control percentage of 74% highlighted his threat, yet partnerships from Phillips and Latham ensured victory.

Third ODI Breakdown

Match Summary

The dead rubber saw Bangladesh push hard early, reaching 44 for 3 after 12 overs. New Zealand, already series winners, rotated their squad but maintained intensity. Live updates showed a tight contest, with spinners dominating the middle phase.

Final Push

Bangladesh aimed to end on a high, but New Zealand’s depth prevailed. Early overs yielded 6 runs in the 12th and 4 in the 10th, signaling a batting collapse. Kiwis’ bowlers, led by spin duo Ravindra and Bracewell, wrapped up a clean sweep.

Over	Runs	Wickets	Commentary Snippet
10	4	0	Steady accumulation
11	2	0	Dot balls dominate
12	6	0	Brief boundary relief

Player Stats Breakdown

Top Run-Scorers

Henry Nicholls led with 68 in the opener, averaging over 60 across the series. Dean Foxcroft’s consistency shone, while Shanto’s 77 was Bangladesh’s best. NF Kelly’s second-match knock boosted his average significantly.

Player	Matches	Runs	Average	Strike Rate	Highest Score
Henry Nicholls	3	145	72.50	75.00	68
Dean Foxcroft	3	132	66.00	74.50	59
Najmul Shanto	3	124	41.33	78.00	77
NF Kelly	2	112	112.00	81.00	83
Litton Das	3	98	32.67	76.00	41

Leading Wicket-Takers

Taskin Ahmed topped with 10 wickets in recent outings, maintaining form. Trent Boult’s swing claimed crucial scalps, while Nahid Rana’s Player of the Match award reflected his impact.

Bowler	Matches	Wickets	Average	Economy	Best Figures
Taskin Ahmed	3	8	22.50	4.80	3/35
Trent Boult	3	7	20.00	4.20	3/42
Nahid Rana	3	6	25.00	4.90	4/38
Lockie Ferguson	2	5	18.00	3.70	2/38
Michael Bracewell	3	5	28.00	4.50	2/35

All-Round Contributions

Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Michael Bracewell provided balance, chipping with bat and ball. Rishad Hossain’s leg-spin troubled Kiwis, claiming 1 wicket with 26 quick runs.

Key Insights and Stats

New Zealand’s powerplay average outdid Bangladesh by 15 runs per innings. Their economy rate of 4.2 in middle overs stifled momentum. Bangladesh’s fielding dropped 5 catches series-wide, costing vital breakthroughs.

Partnerships defined wins: New Zealand’s Nicholls-Foxcroft stand yielded 110 runs. Head-to-head, Kiwis hold edge in recent ODIs, winning 3 of last 5.

Team Statistic	New Zealand	Bangladesh
Series Batting Avg	42.5	35.2
Bowling Economy	4.35	4.85
Win % in Chases	66%	40%
50+ Partnerships	5	3

Tactical Highlights

New Zealand’s captain Tom Latham rotated bowlers smartly, exploiting Rana’s workload. Bangladesh targeted spin weaknesses but faltered against pace bounce. Venue stats favored chasing, yet Kiwis batted first successfully twice.

Player battles like Shanto vs Boult saw the bowler prevail, dismissing him twice. These nuances elevated the series beyond mere results.

Impact on Teams

For New Zealand, the sweep solidifies their subcontinent credentials, blending youth like Foxcroft with veterans. Bangladesh gains experience, identifying Shanto and Rana as cornerstones. Upcoming tours will test these lessons.