Jaker hopes Bangladesh top-orders score runs in Pakistan
Jaker Ali struck a resilient 68 off 114 balls against India, Cricfrenzy
His steady innings, featuring four boundaries, played a pivotal role alongside Towhid Hridoy as the pair built a record-breaking 154-run partnership for the sixth wicket in Dubai.
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The partnership came at a critical moment, with Bangladesh reeling at 35 for 5, and now stands as the highest sixth-wicket or lower stand in Champions Trophy history.
Despite Jaker and Hridoy's efforts, India cruised to a six-wicket victory, driven by Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 101 and Mohammad Shami’s impressive 5 for 53.
Despite falling short against India, Jaker and Hridoy's record- breaking partnership showcased Bangladesh's resilience, setting a strong foundation for their upcoming fixtures in the tournament.
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Looking ahead to the remainder of the tournament, Jaker expressed confidence in Bangladesh's top-order batters, particularly in the upcoming matches in Pakistan.
"We are hopeful with those wickets. Hopefully, our top-order batters score runs there. If the openers score, the job becomes easier. There are good wickets, as we saw in the last match between Pakistan and New Zealand. If we get a good wicket, we are hopeful for our team," Jaker said to ANI.
