Bhutan vs Myanmar Highlights, 5th T20I | Dec 29: BHU defeat MYAN by 84 runs, Bhutan win the 5-match series 5-0

BHU vs MYAN 5th T20I Highlights of Myanmar tour of Bhutan saw Bhutan register a dominant 84-run victory over Myanmar at the Gelephu International Cricket Ground on December 29, 2025. Batting first, Bhutan posted 139 for 8 before dismantling Myanmar for 55 for 8 in the allotted 20 overs. The result sealed a comprehensive 5-0 series sweep for the hosts.

Bhutan’s decision to bat first shaped the contest on a surface that rewarded discipline rather than stroke-making. Early wickets meant Bhutan had to rebuild, and the innings progressed through controlled accumulation rather than explosive power. Despite losing two wickets inside the first two overs, the batting side avoided panic and focused on stabilising the middle phase.

Tenjin Rabgey anchored the innings with a measured 74 off 56 balls, ensuring Bhutan had a platform to reach a competitive total. His partnership with Ranjung Mikyo Dorji, who added 28 from 25 deliveries, carried the innings through the middle overs after the initial disruption. While wickets fell at regular intervals later on, Bhutan’s lower order ensured the total pushed close to the 140 mark, a score that proved well above par given subsequent events.

Myanmar’s bowling effort showed moments of control, particularly from Thuya Aung and the early spells that limited boundary flow. However, the inability to remove Rabgey earlier allowed Bhutan to dictate tempo. Nyein Cham Soe and Ye Ko Ko picked up wickets but conceded crucial runs during their spells, preventing Myanmar from fully seizing momentum.

The chase unravelled almost immediately. Myanmar lost wickets in clusters during the power play and never recovered from the early pressure applied by Bhutan’s bowlers. At 6 for 3 inside the fourth over, the required rate became secondary to simple survival. Ko Ko Lin Thu’s 24 off 39 balls was the only resistance of note, but the lack of support at the other end meant the innings drifted without direction.

Bhutan’s bowling was relentless through the middle overs. Tashi Phuntsho’s twin strikes up front set the tone, while Sonam Yeshey and Namgay Thinley maintained control with tight lines and minimal scoring opportunities. The chase concluded at 55 for 8, underlining the gulf between the sides on the day.

Toss Winner

Bhutan won the toss and elected to bat first.

Key Moment

Myanmar’s collapse to 6 for 3 within the first 3.2 overs decisively shifted the match, leaving the chase without momentum or realistic recovery options.

Star Performer / MVP

Tenjin Rabgey defined the match with a commanding 74 off 56 balls, accounting for more than half of Bhutan’s total and setting a target Myanmar could not approach.

Bhutan vs Myanmar Match Summary

BHU vs MYAN Playing XI

Bhutan: Namgay Thinley, Tshering Tashi, Tenjin Rabgey, Ranjung Mikyo Dorji, Namgang Chejay, Tenzin Wangchuk, Tashi Dorji, Thinley Jamtsho, Tashi Phuntsho, Karma Dorji, Sonam Yeshey

Myanmar: Nyein Cham Soe, Pyae Phyo Wai, Ye Naing Tun, Htet Lin Aung, Myat Thu Aung, Ko Ko Lin Thu, Khin Aye, Thuya Aung, Zwe Htet Paing, Kaung Ko Ko