Bangladesh will face New Zealand in the third and final T20I on May 2 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.
Bangladesh currently lead the series after securing a six-wicket victory in the first T20I, while the second match was abandoned due to rain. With the venue shifted to Dhaka, where a couple of ODIs in the ongoing tour have already been played, the hosts will be confident of using familiar conditions to seal the series.
New Zealand, on the other hand, have had a challenging tour so far. They lost the ODI series 1-2 and are trailing in the T20I series as well. The visitors will aim to bounce back strongly in the final match and level the series with a much-improved performance.
Also check: Bangladesh vs New Zealand Prediction, 1st T20I
BAN vs NZ Match Details
| Match | Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I, New Zealand tour of Bangladesh 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Saturday, May 2, 1:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka |
| Broadcast and Live-streaming | Click here to watch BAN vs NZ Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Shere Bangla National Stadium – Pitch Report
The Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium has traditionally favoured teams batting second, although scoring is not easy during the early stages of an innings. The surface tends to be on the slower side, meaning the ball does not come onto the bat quickly. This brings bowlers into play, particularly those who can maintain disciplined lines and lengths.
BAN vs NZ Head to Head T20I Record
| Matches Played | 22 |
| Won by BAN | 05 |
| Won by NZ | 15 |
| No Results | 02 |
| First-ever Fixture | February 3, 2010 (NZ Won) |
| Most Recent Fixture | April 29, 2026 (No Result) |
BAN vs NZ Predicted Playing XIs
Bangladesh:
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Litton Das (c) (wk), Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, Ripon Mondol
New Zealand:
Tim Robinson, Katene Clarke, Dane Cleaver (wk), Nick Kelly (c), Bevon Jacobs, Dean Foxcroft, Josh Clarkson, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, Matthew Fisher, Ben Lister
BAN vs NZ Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Towhid Hridoy
Towhid Hridoy could prove to be the key batter in this crucial clash. He registered a composed half-century in the first T20I and will be eager to carry that momentum into the series decider. His ability to accelerate and anchor the innings makes him a vital asset for Bangladesh, and a strong performance from him could quickly shift the course of the game in his team’s favour.
Probable Best Bowler: Rishad Hossain
Rishad Hossain could be the key bowler in this crucial encounter. He made an immediate impact in the first T20I by dismissing two top-order batters, putting the opposition under pressure early in the innings. His ability to break partnerships and control the flow of runs makes him a genuine match-winner. If he delivers another impactful spell, it could once again prove to be the decisive factor in the game.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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