The second T20I match between Bangladesh and New Zealand was abandoned without a ball being bowled on April 29, 2026, in Chattogram. Heavy rain and thunderstorms forced officials to call off the match at 4:15 PM local time.
Bangladesh leads the three-match series 1-0 after winning the first T20I by six wickets. In that match, Bangladesh chased down a target of 183 runs, finishing at 184 for 4 while restricting New Zealand to 182 for 6.
Persistent rain throughout the day meant the covers remained on the pitch. The outfield stayed unplayable, leading to no play. Both teams were confined to indoor training sessions due to weather conditions.
Key statistics from the series:
- Bangladesh scored 183 runs in their first match.
- New Zealand managed only 182 runs in response.
- The match was called off one hour before the official cut-off time.
The third and final T20I is scheduled for May 2, 2026, in Dhaka. However, similar weather conditions are forecast for that day, raising concerns over another potential delay.
