Editorial
Congrats, Tigers!
A long way to go, though
It was not until the last Irishman Boyd Rankin was brilliantly caught at short midwicket by Junaed Siddique off the bowling of Shafiul Islam that much coveted victory was sealed. The turning point came when Tamim made a spectacular diving catch in the deep to dismiss Niall O'Brien. Then on, Tigers fought back with all ferocity to keep the dreams alive for Bangladesh to play on in the World Cup.
The toss was won well and things started with a great bang! Tamim was on fire and all looked set for big figures on the board. Alas! It was again a tale of batting letdown on part of the much estimated middle order that lost its way. Imrul, Junaed, Shakib and Asharful gave a dreadful account of callousness. A paltry 205 and that too against a middling side is unforgivable! The party was just about over for Bangladesh.
After Bangladesh's paltry score little did Ireland know that a surprise was awaiting them. Tigers roared in desperation as their right to stay in contention was at stake. The nation was in meditation. All eyes looked to the Heavens through the dark veils of the night sky and wished their boys rose from the dust.
Although Ireland set off to a good start, it could not handle the pressure from the resurgent Tigers. Bowlers were brilliant and fielding dazzling. The electrifying match went on wires as Irish wickets began to tumble after its 150 runs mark. Little lad Shafiul bowled with all his passion, force, belief and what have you ; he picked up four prized scalps to save Bangladesh from certain defeat.
We cheer for the Tigers. Nevertheless, we voice our concern about the mindless strokes that our premier batsmen sometimes play in spite of knowing the consequences.
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