The rivalry between the Bangladesh National Cricket Team and the New Zealand National Cricket Team has grown steadily over the past two decades. While New Zealand has long been recognized as a strong international team, Bangladesh has gradually improved its performance and established itself as a competitive side. Matches between these teams often feature exciting batting performances, disciplined bowling, and unpredictable outcomes.
Latest Matches:
Tournament
Venue
Date
Bangladesh
New Zealand
Result
Player of the Match
ODI World Cup
Chennai
2023
245
248/2
New Zealand won by 8 wickets
Devon Conway
ODI Series
Dhaka
2023
171
172/3
New Zealand won by 7 wickets
Lockie Ferguson
ODI Series
Dhaka
2023
291
254
Bangladesh won by 37 runs
Najmul Hossain
T20I Series
Napier
2021
141
142/5
New Zealand won by 5 wickets
Martin Guptill
T20I Series
Dhaka
2021
137
128
Bangladesh won by 9 runs
Nasum Ahmed
Test Series
Mount Maunganui
2022
458
328
Bangladesh won by 8 wickets
Ebadot Hossain
Test Series
Christchurch
2022
126
521
New Zealand won by innings
Tom Latham
Head to Head Summary
Format
Matches
Bangladesh Wins
New Zealand Wins
Draw
Test
19
2
13
4
ODI
45
11
33
1
T20I
18
7
11
0
Total
82
20
57
5
Biggest Wins: Bangladesh vs New Zealand
Team
Margin
Match Type
Year
New Zealand
Won by innings and 52 runs
Test
2019
Bangladesh
Won by 9 wickets
Test
2022
New Zealand
Won by 10 wickets
ODI
2017
Bangladesh
Won by 7 wickets
ODI
2013
Standout Individual Performances
Player
Team
Performance
Match Type
Ross Taylor
New Zealand
290 runs
Test
Tom Latham
New Zealand
252 runs
Test
Shakib Al Hasan
Bangladesh
217 runs
Test
Ebadot Hossain
Bangladesh
6 wickets
Test
Early Encounters (2001–2007)
When Bangladesh first started facing New Zealand regularly in international cricket, the Kiwi team had a clear advantage due to its experience and strong squad. Bangladesh used these matches as an opportunity to develop its players and gain valuable experience.
Year
Series
Venue
Winner
2001
Test Series
New Zealand
New Zealand
2004
ODI Series
Bangladesh
New Zealand
2005
Test Match
Bangladesh
New Zealand
2007
ODI Match
New Zealand
New Zealand
Bangladesh’s Improvement (2008–2015)
During this period Bangladesh began showing significant progress in international cricket. Several matches against New Zealand became closely contested, and Bangladesh managed to secure important victories in home conditions.
Year
Series
Venue
Result
2010
ODI Series
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
2013
Test Series
Bangladesh
Draw
2014
ODI Series
New Zealand
New Zealand
2015
World Cup Match
Australia
New Zealand
Modern Encounters (2016–2025)
Recent matches between Bangladesh and New Zealand have continued to be competitive, especially in limited-overs formats. Bangladesh has shown strong performances at home, while New Zealand has remained dominant in its own conditions.
Year
Series
Venue
Winner
2017
Test Series
New Zealand
New Zealand
2019
ODI Series
New Zealand
New Zealand
2021
T20 Series
Bangladesh
Bangladesh
2024
Bilateral Series
Various
Draw
Memorable Moments
Throughout the rivalry, several matches have stood out due to impressive individual performances and dramatic finishes. Both teams have produced exciting games that have strengthened the competitive spirit between them.
Year
Event
Format
Highlight
2010
Historic Series
ODI
BAN Win
2017
Test Match
Test
NZ Win
2021
T20 Series
T20
BAN Victory
2023
ODI Match
ODI
Close Finish
Conclusion
The timeline between Bangladesh and New Zealand demonstrates how a rivalry can grow through consistent competition and improving performances. As Bangladesh continues to develop its cricketing strength and New Zealand maintains its reputation for disciplined cricket, future encounters promise to deliver exciting matches.
