[CRK] Miraz Praises Nahid Rana as Bangladesh Seal ODI Series Win

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Bangladesh Seal Series Victory, Miraz Hails Nahid Rana

Bangladesh sent a strong message to world cricket by wrapping up the ODI series against New Zealand with a commanding 55-run win in the third match. With this victory, the Tigers not only won the match but also claimed the series 2-1 — a result that underscores their growing strength in limited-overs cricket.

Nahid Rana Shines as Player of the Series

Pace sensation Nahid Rana was the standout performer, earning the Player of the Series award after claiming 8 wickets across the three ODIs. His ability to generate consistent pace, maintain pressure, and strike at crucial moments proved pivotal throughout the series.

After the match, Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz didn’t hesitate to express his admiration for the young pacer, emphasizing Nahid’s importance to the team’s future.

Miraz on Managing a Valuable Asset

“We have to manage him well,” Miraz stated, highlighting the need for careful workload management. “Giving him rest at times is important. If we overplay him, injuries can happen. So we have to be careful.”

The captain’s comments reflect a growing awareness within the Bangladesh setup about protecting key fast bowlers amid a packed international calendar. Rana’s ability to bowl consistently at 145-150 km/h places extra physical demand on his body, making smart rotation essential.

“A Big Asset for Our Country”

Miraz was effusive in his praise, calling Rana “a big asset for our country.”

“We all need to support and take care of him,” he added. “The way he’s performing brings great momentum to the team. If he continues like this, he can win many matches for Bangladesh.”

The captain emphasized not just Rana’s raw speed, but his composure and self-belief. “Whenever I ask him to bowl, he believes he can deliver. That gives a captain a lot of comfort.”

Bangladesh’s Rising Pace Attack

Miraz also took time to commend the overall pace unit, noting its consistent performances over the last three to four years.

“Our pace attack has been performing consistently… We’ve won matches both at home and abroad. Remember, we even beat South Africa in their own conditions.”

He stressed that a strong bowling lineup can shift the momentum of any game — especially when supported by in-form batters. With players like Rana adding fire to the attack, Bangladesh’s bowling unit is increasingly becoming a force to reckon with.

A Blessing for Captain and Country

“It’s a blessing for us, and for me as a captain too,” Miraz said. “When someone bowls consistently at 145-150 km/h, it creates pressure on the opposition. They have to deal with pace and still score runs.”

He pointed out that Rana’s biggest strength lies not just in his speed, but in his ability to sustain it throughout his spell — a rare quality in modern fast bowling, especially from the subcontinent.

With confidence high and performance levels peaking, Bangladesh’s latest series win, powered by Nahid Rana’s fiery spells, marks a turning point in their ODI journey — and under Miraz’s leadership, the future looks faster, sharper, and full of promise.