Pakistan aim for clean sweep as they face Bangladesh in final T20I Sunday tonight

Pakistan aim for clean sweep as they face Bangladesh in final T20I Sunday tonight

Asher Butt
May 31, 2025 

Cricket fans at Gaddafi Stadium are set for an exciting showdown tonight as Pakistan take on Bangladesh in the third and final T20I, eyeing a 3-0 whitewash in the series. With back-to-back commanding wins, including a 57-run victory in the second T20I, the home side enters the final game with momentum, confidence, and a chance to finish the series on a high.

Pakistan's batting line-up has been in sizzling form throughout the series. Sahibzada Farhan has been a standout performer, blasting a fiery 74 in the previous game — his maiden T20I half-century. Mohammad Haris continued to impress with his aggressive 41 off 25, while Hasan Nawaz, a rising star in the squad, hammered an unbeaten 50 from just 26 balls, playing a key role in pushing Pakistan past the 200-run mark once again.

On the bowling front, the hosts have displayed discipline and flair. Abrar Ahmed, with his deceptive leg-spin, emerged as the wrecker-in-chief in the second T20I, claiming 3 for 19 in four overs. Pace duo Haris Rauf and Hasan Ali, along with Faheem Ashraf and Shadab Khan, have maintained pressure on Bangladesh’s fragile batting line-up.

Meanwhile, Bangladesh find themselves playing for pride. Their top and middle-order batters have yet to click as a unit, leaving much of the burden on individual brilliance. In the last match, Tanzid Hasan Tamim offered a brief spark with a 31-run cameo, while lower-order batter Tanzim Hasan Sakib fought valiantly with a 50-run counterattack. However, their efforts weren’t enough to mount a serious chase.

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is expected to be another belter for batters — true bounce, quick outfield, and minimal assistance for bowlers early on. With both of Pakistan's wins coming after batting first, the toss could once again play a pivotal role in shaping the match.

Weather conditions remain perfect for cricket — clear skies and a mild breeze are forecast, adding to the anticipation of another high-octane encounter.

As Pakistan look to wrap up the series with a clean sweep, the final game also offers a chance to test bench strength and build depth ahead of future tournaments. On the other hand, Bangladesh will be desperate to salvage some pride and return home with at least a win under their belt.

Can Pakistan complete the 3-0 drubbing, or will Bangladesh bounce back in the final act? Cricket lovers will have their eyes glued to what promises to be an electrifying end to the series tonight in Lahore.