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Bangladesh overcome Papua New Guinea

Related Links : ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2010 : Scorecard of Bangladesh U19 Vs Papua New Guinea U19 at Fitzherbert Park, Palmerston North

Bangladesh U19 defeated Papua New Guinea U19 by 5 wickets chasing a target of 192 at Palmerston North. The match was turned into a 46-over contest due to rain interruption. Electing to bat first, Papua New Guinea were guided to the respectable total of 191 for 9 thanks to a 70 from Tony Ura. For Bangladesh, opening bowler Abul Hasan captured four wickets. The Tigers chased the target in just 27.2 overs but lost five wickets in the process. Shabbir Rahman steered them to victory with an unbeaten 51 from 45 balls.