**Afghanistan Complete Clean Sweep Against Bangladesh with 200-Run Victory in 3rd ODI**
*By Rajdeep Saha | October 15, 2025*
Afghanistan has sealed a commanding clean sweep in the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh, clinching the final game by a massive margin of 200 runs. The match, held in Abu Dhabi, showcased Afghanistan’s dominant performance both with the bat and ball.
Afghanistan posted a formidable total of 293 runs for nine wickets, before spectacularly dismissing Bangladesh for just 93 runs. This series victory mirrors Bangladesh’s recent T20I success over Afghanistan by the same 3-0 margin earlier this month, highlighting the competitive nature between the two sides in limited-overs cricket.
**Strong Start and Middle-Order Resilience**
Afghanistan’s innings began positively, with openers Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz putting together a solid 99-run opening partnership. However, after Gurbaz’s dismissal, Afghanistan experienced a mini-collapse, losing four wickets for just 15 runs in 25 balls. Despite this middle-order wobble, a late surge from Mohammad Nabi ensured Afghanistan reached a challenging total.
Nabi’s explosive hitting in the final overs was the highlight of the innings. He smashed three sixes in four balls off Mehidy Hasan Miraz and followed that with a six and three boundaries against Hasan Mahmud, propelling Afghanistan past the 290-run mark.
**Key Performers with the Bat**
Ibrahim Zadran played a pivotal role with a brilliant 95-run knock, anchoring the innings. Meanwhile, Mohammad Nabi emerged as the chief architect of the late surge, scoring a swift 62 runs off just 37 balls. His timely assault transformed what looked like a par score of 250-260 into a commanding total, setting a tough target for Bangladesh to chase.
**Spin Magic Cripples Bangladesh’s Batting**
Afghanistan’s bowling was equally impressive, spearheaded by star spinner Rashid Khan. Rashid dismantled Bangladesh’s top order by taking three wickets in his first three overs, including the prized scalp of Towhid Hridoy on the very first ball of the innings. This early strike put Bangladesh under immense pressure.
Bilal Sami then dominated the middle and lower order with an outstanding spell, claiming five wickets to run through the Bangladesh batting lineup. His relentless bowling helped bowl out Bangladesh for a mere 93 runs, sealing a comprehensive victory for Afghanistan.
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With this emphatic win, Afghanistan not only completed a clean sweep but also demonstrated their growing prowess in international cricket. The series victory will surely boost their confidence heading into future challenges.
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