#1 Mustafizur Rehman’s second spell came too late
When Joe Root and Alex Hales were making merry, Bangladesh did little to counter the threatening partnership. Their biggest weapon, the 'Fizz' had bowled just two overs up front and was since out of the attack. He did not return until the 21st over by which time Hales and Root were settled at the crease.
The stand between the duo was already worth 104 when Mustafizur was recalled into the attack. The wily pace bowler immediately troubled both the batsmen with his perfect cutters and slower balls.
Both the batsmen found leading edges several times and looked pretty uncomfortable at the wicket. The pressure eventually led to the fall of Hales. One wonders what could have been if the Fizz was brought on earlier.
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