New Zealand advanced to the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy with a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh. Chasing 237 runs, New Zealand recovered from two early losses, thanks to Rachin Ravindra's impressive 112 and Tom Latham's supportive 55. Mitchell Santner praised Ravindra's skill and ICC experience. Bangladesh's innings saw Najmul Hossain Shanto and Jaker Ali's efforts for a total of 236, but they fell short against New Zealand's effective bowling, notably Michael Bracewell's 4-26. This defeat eliminated hosts Pakistan and Bangladesh from the tournament as they lost to New Zealand and India.
Rachin Ravindra's classy 112 and Tom Latham's 55 led New Zealand to a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh, securing their semifinal spot in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Mitchell Santner praised Ravindra's performance saying, 'He loves ICC events and looked like he never left the game.' The partnership between Ravindra and Latham was crucial.
Bangladesh made 236-9 in their innings, with Najmul Hossain Shanto scoring 77 and Jaker Ali contributing 45, but New Zealand, led by spinner Michael Bracewell's 4-26, surpassed them.
Defending champions Pakistan and Bangladesh were eliminated from the tournament after losing their first two matches against New Zealand and India, marking a disappointing campaign for the hosts.
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