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The Bangladesh vs New Zealand cricket rivalry tells an inspiring tale of underdog grit clashing with polished professionalism. From early humiliations to historic whitewashes, first overseas Test triumph, and nail-biting recent battles, this head-to-head has delivered epic scorecards, record-breaking heroics, fierce player duels like Shakib vs Williamson, and unforgettable fan passion.
Latest Matches
Recent Bangladesh National Cricket Team Vs New Zealand National Cricket Team Timeline encounters across formats (as of February 2026)
| Tournament | Venue | Date | Toss | Bangladesh Score | New Zealand Score | Result | Series | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICC Champions Trophy | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | 24 Feb 2025 | NZ won, elected to field | 236/9 (50 overs) | 240/5 (46.1 overs) | New Zealand won by 5 wickets | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | Michael Bracewell (NZ) |
| Bilateral ODI | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka | 26 Sep 2023 | BAN won, elected to bat | 171 (34.3 overs) | 175/3 (34.5 overs) | New Zealand won by 7 wickets | New Zealand tour of Bangladesh | Will Young (NZ) |
| Bilateral ODI | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka | 23 Sep 2023 | NZ won, elected to bat | 168 (41.1 overs) | 254 (49.2 overs) | New Zealand won by 86 runs | New Zealand tour of Bangladesh | Ish Sodhi (NZ) |
| Bilateral ODI | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka | 21 Sep 2023 | BAN won, elected to field | Did not bat | 136/5 (33.4 overs) | No Result (rain) | New Zealand tour of Bangladesh | – |
| Bilateral Test | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka | 6-9 Dec 2023 | BAN won, elected to bat | 172 & 144 | 180 & 139/6 | New Zealand won by 4 wickets | New Zealand tour of Bangladesh | Glenn Phillips (NZ) |
| Bilateral Test | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet | 28 Nov-2 Dec 2023 | BAN won, elected to bat | 310 & 338 | 317 & 181 | Bangladesh won by 150 runs | New Zealand tour of Bangladesh | Taijul Islam (BAN) |
| Bilateral T20I | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui | 31 Dec 2023 | NZ won, elected to field (DLS) | 110 (19.2 overs) | 95/5 (14.4 overs) | New Zealand won by 17 runs (DLS) | Bangladesh tour of New Zealand | – |
| Bilateral T20I | McLean Park, Napier | 27 Dec 2023 | BAN won, elected to field | 137/5 (18.4 overs) | 134/9 (20 overs) | Bangladesh won by 5 wickets | Bangladesh tour of New Zealand | Mahedi Hasan (BAN) |
| Bilateral ODI | University Oval, Dunedin | 17 Dec 2023 | BAN won, elected to field | 99/1 (15.1 overs) | 98 (15.1 overs) | Bangladesh won by 9 wickets | Bangladesh tour of New Zealand | Najmul Hossain Shanto (BAN) |
Head-to-Head Summary
| Format | Matches Played | Bangladesh Wins | New Zealand Wins | Draws | No Result | Bangladesh Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 19 | 2 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 10.5% |
| ODI | 46 | 11 | 34 | 0 | 1 | 23.9% |
| T20I | 20 | 4 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 20.0% |
| Overall | 85 | 17 | 63 | 3 | 2 | 20.0% |
Top 5 Run Scorers in BAN vs NZ Head-to-Head (All Formats)
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Taylor | NZ | 38 | 1,210 | 42.5 | 78.4 | 128* | Most consistent NZ batter |
| 2 | Kane Williamson | NZ | 32 | 985 | 41.0 | 82.1 | 112 | Captain cool under pressure |
| 3 | Tamim Iqbal | BAN | 34 | 812 | 25.4 | 71.2 | 128 | BAN’s highest run-getter |
| 4 | Mahmudullah | BAN | 41 | 768 | 29.5 | 76.8 | 128* | Finisher supreme |
| 5 | Najmul Hossain Shanto | BAN | 18 | 642 | 42.8 | 84.5 | 117 | Modern star, rising fast |
Top 5 Wicket Takers in BAN vs NZ Head-to-Head (All Formats)
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy | Best Figures | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shakib Al Hasan | BAN | 52 | 42 | 24.8 | 4.65 | 6/26 | All-round legend, most impactful |
| 2 | Tim Southee | NZ | 28 | 38 | 26.1 | 5.12 | 5/33 | Swing king in all conditions |
| 3 | Trent Boult | NZ | 25 | 32 | 22.4 | 4.98 | 5/21 | Death-over destroyer |
| 4 | Mustafizur Rahman | BAN | 26 | 28 | 23.9 | 5.35 | 6/43 | Cutter master |
| 5 | Ish Sodhi | NZ | 19 | 26 | 21.8 | 6.85 | 4/28 | Spin threat on turning tracks |
The Dawn of the Rivalry: Humble Beginnings in Tests (2001-2005)
When the Bangladesh national cricket team faced New Zealand in their first Test series in 2001 it was experience versus raw enthusiasm. New Zealand swept both matches easily. At Hamilton they declared at 365 for nine thanks to Mark Richardson’s 143. Chris Cairns took seven for 53 as Bangladesh fell for 205 and 108. New Zealand won by an innings and 52 runs. Wellington brought another innings victory by 74 runs after New Zealand reached 341 for six declared.
In 2004 on home soil the story repeated. Dhaka featured James Franklin’s hat-trick and Brendon McCullum’s 143 in 402. Bangladesh scored 177 with Ashraful’s 67 and 126 to lose by an innings and 99 runs. Chattogram ended with an innings and 101 runs defeat after New Zealand’s massive 545 for six. Early losses tested the Tigers but fired up passionate fans in packed grounds.
| Stat | Value | Player | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest NZ Score | 143 | Brendon McCullum | Dhaka 2004 |
| Best NZ Bowling | 7/53 | Chris Cairns | Hamilton 2001 |
| BAN Highest Score | 67 | Mohammad Ashraful | Dhaka 2004 |
| Hat-trick | Yes | James Franklin | Dhaka 2004 |
| Best NZ Partnership | 190 runs | Richardson-McMillan | Hamilton 2001 |
| Best BAN Bowling | 6/122 | Mohammad Rafique | Dhaka 2004 |
The Whitewash That Shook the World: 2010 ODI Series Triumph
In October 2010 Bangladesh hosted New Zealand for a five-match ODI series that rewrote history. The Tigers delivered a stunning 4-0 whitewash with one match abandoned due to rain. Mirpur erupted night after night as fans created an electric atmosphere that pressured New Zealand from the first ball.
Shakib Al Hasan became the undisputed hero. He scored 213 runs with a memorable century and took 11 wickets to sweep player of the series honours. His all-round brilliance turned matches on their head. The fourth ODI saw Shakib blast 106 while Kane Williamson replied with 108 but Bangladesh still won by nine runs. The final clash produced pure drama. Rubel Hossain ripped through the Kiwis with four for 25 as New Zealand fell three runs short in a heart-stopping finish.
Bangladesh used spin smartly on slow pitches and backed it with fierce fielding. The home crowd aggression lifted the team whenever pressure mounted. This was Bangladesh first series victory over a full-strength Test nation. The Banglawash sent shockwaves around the cricket world and ignited massive celebrations across the country.
| Stat | Value | Player / Team | Match / Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series Result | 4-0 Whitewash | Bangladesh | Historic first vs full-strength nation |
| Most Runs | 213 | Shakib Al Hasan | 4 matches, avg 71.00 |
| Most Wickets | 11 | Shakib Al Hasan | Avg 15.90, Player of Series |
| Highest Individual Score | 108 | Kane Williamson (NZ) | 4th ODI |
| Bangladesh Highest Score | 106 | Shakib Al Hasan | 4th ODI (century) |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/25 | Rubel Hossain | 5th ODI (match-winner) |
| Best Spin Figures | 3/14 | Suhrawadi Shuvo | 3rd ODI (7-wicket win) |
| Closest Margin | 3 runs | Bangladesh | 5th ODI nail-biter |
| Highest Team Total | 241 | Bangladesh | 4th ODI |
| Shakib All-Round Impact | 213 runs + 11 wickets | Shakib Al Hasan | Captain in 3 matches, 2 POTM |
Historic Breakthrough in New Zealand Soil (2022 Mount Maunganui Test)
In January 2022 Bangladesh achieved the unthinkable at Bay Oval Mount Maunganui. They stunned New Zealand the reigning World Test champions to claim their first-ever Test victory on Kiwi soil by eight wickets. This was more than a win it was a seismic shift for the Tigers who had never beaten New Zealand in 13 previous Tests.
New Zealand started strong with 328 led by Devon Conway’s patient 122. Bangladesh replied with grit batting for over 176 overs to post 458. Four players scored fifties Mominul Haque 88 Liton Das 86 Mahmudul Hasan Joy 78 and Najmul Hossain Shanto 64. The real hero emerged in the second innings. Ebadot Hossain ripped apart New Zealand with career-best figures of six for 46 as they crumbled to 169. Bangladesh chased a modest 40 with ease losing just two wickets.
The victory ended New Zealand’s 17-match unbeaten home Test streak. Fans back home erupted in joy streets filled with celebrations. Ebadot became an instant legend his spell turned pressure into history. This breakthrough proved Bangladesh could compete anywhere.
| Stat | Value | Player / Team | Detail / Match Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result | Bangladesh won by 8 wickets | Bangladesh | First-ever Test win in New Zealand |
| Target Chased | 40 runs | Bangladesh | 42/2 in 16.5 overs |
| Highest Individual Score (NZ 1st Inns) | 122 | Devon Conway | Patient knock on seaming pitch |
| Highest Individual Score (BAN 1st Inns) | 88 | Mominul Haque | Captain’s resilient innings |
| Best Bangladesh Bowling | 6/46 | Ebadot Hossain | 2nd innings match-winner, PoTM |
| Best New Zealand Bowling | 4/104 | Tim Southee | In Bangladesh’s marathon 1st innings |
| Bangladesh Team Total (1st Inns) | 458 | Bangladesh | Record for BAN in NZ, 176.2 overs |
| New Zealand Collapse (2nd Inns) | 169 all out | New Zealand | From 105/3 to all out |
| Multiple 50+ Scorers (BAN 1st Inns) | 4 players | Mominul, Liton, Joy, Najmul | Showed depth and fight |
| Historic Milestone | First win vs NZ in Tests | Bangladesh | Ended 0-12-1 record prior |
Recent Clashes and Balanced Battles (2021-2025)
From 2021 to 2025 the Bangladesh-New Zealand rivalry evolved into gripping balanced contests across formats. The 2021 home T20I series saw Bangladesh dominate early with Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah shining in tight chases before New Zealand fought back. In 2023 New Zealand swept the ODI tour of Bangladesh 2-0 with Ish Sodhi’s spin mastery and Will Young’s batting standing out in Mirpur. Bangladesh hit back in the 2023-24 home Test series drawing 1-1 with Najmul Hossain Shanto’s 166 runs across matches proving crucial.
The 2023-24 New Zealand tour brought T20 thrills. Bangladesh chased down 137 in Napier for a five-wicket win thanks to clinical finishing. They defended low totals fiercely but New Zealand sealed the decider. In 2025 the ICC Champions Trophy clash at Rawalpindi saw New Zealand edge Bangladesh by five wickets in a tense chase after Bangladesh posted 236. These encounters featured tactical duels spin versus pace home advantage versus adaptability and intense crowd energy in Dhaka contrasting calm Kiwi venues. Player rivalries intensified with Shakib versus Williamson and Mustafizur’s cutters troubling top orders. The period showed Bangladesh closing the gap turning underdog status into genuine threat.
| Stat | Value | Player / Team | Detail / Match / Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series Highlight (T20 2021) | Bangladesh 3-2 win | Bangladesh | Home dominance with tight finishes |
| Most Runs (Tests 2023-24) | 166 | Najmul Hossain Shanto | Across 1-1 drawn series |
| Best Bowling (ODI 2023) | 4 wickets | Ish Sodhi (NZ) | Match-winner in 2nd ODI Mirpur |
| Highest Individual Score | 143 | Henry Nicholls (NZ) | ODI series 2023 |
| Bangladesh Chase Win | 137/5 in 18.4 overs | Bangladesh | 1st T20I Napier 2023 |
| Closest T20 Margin | 4 runs | Bangladesh | 2021 home T20I thriller |
| New Zealand ODI Sweep | 2-0 | New Zealand | 2023 tour of Bangladesh |
| Key All-Rounder Impact | Multiple POTM | Shakib Al Hasan | Consistent across T20s and Tests |
| Champions Trophy 2025 Result | New Zealand won by 5 wkts | New Zealand | Bangladesh 236/9 chased down |
| Balanced Record Trend | NZ 5 wins, BAN 4 wins (last 10) | Both teams | Shows growing competitiveness |
Shakib Al Hasan vs Kane Williamson
The Shakib Al Hasan versus Kane Williamson rivalry stands as one of modern cricket’s most captivating captaincy and skill matchups. Shakib the explosive all-rounder from Bangladesh brings fiery aggression spin wizardry and clutch performances while Kane Williamson the calm New Zealand maestro offers unflappable technique leadership and consistency under pressure. Their clashes often define series with Shakib’s left-arm spin testing Williamson’s footwork and Williamson’s elegant batting frustrating Shakib’s bowling plans.
In ODIs Shakib has dominated head-to-head battles taking key wickets while Williamson has anchored innings with high averages. The 2019 World Cup highlighted their brilliance Shakib’s historic 606 runs plus 11 wickets versus Williamson’s MVP 578 runs. In Tests Williamson usually edges out with patient knocks but Shakib’s spells create breakthroughs. T20s see quick exchanges Williamson striking freely against spin yet Shakib striking back with dots and wickets.
Fan emotions run high in Dhaka crowds chanting for Shakib while New Zealand venues admire Williamson’s poise. Tactical battles shine spin versus technique aggression versus composure. Both have delivered iconic moments making every encounter must-watch.
| Stat | Value | Player | Detail / Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head-to-Head (Batsman vs Bowler) | Williamson 61 runs off Shakib’s 100 balls | Kane Williamson | Shakib dismissed him 2 times overall |
| Shakib vs Williamson (Batting) | 61 runs off 100 balls | Shakib Al Hasan | Williamson dismissed Shakib 2 times |
| 2019 World Cup Comparison | 606 runs + 11 wkts | Shakib Al Hasan | 8 matches; historic all-round feat |
| 2019 World Cup (Williamson) | 578 runs + 2 wkts | Kane Williamson | 10 matches; Tournament MVP |
| T20I Face-off (Williamson batting) | 23 runs off 16 balls | Kane Williamson | SR 143.8; 2 fours 1 six no dismissal |
| Test Face-off Sample (Recent) | Williamson 21 runs off 26 balls (2023) | Kane Williamson | Shakib 0 wickets in sample; dots heavy |
| ODI Series Impact (2016-17 NZ) | Williamson 145 runs series high | Kane Williamson | Led NZ sweep; Shakib strong but outshone |
| All-Format Elite Status | Top rankings multiple formats | Both | Shakib unique all-round; Williamson batting king |
| Key Rivalry Moment | 2010 Whitewash influence | Shakib Al Hasan | Boosted confidence vs Williamson’s rise |
| Overall Edge | Balanced brilliance | Shakib & Williamson | Spin mastery vs elegant consistency |
Conclusion
Today Bangladesh and New Zealand stand as true rivals, no longer predator and prey. The journey from 2001 blowouts to balanced, high-stakes contests proves growth, resilience, and mutual respect. Future clashes promise more drama, more records, and more heart-pounding moments that keep cricket lovers glued, celebrating two proud nations pushing each other to greatness.
