In the second ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan on 13 March 2026, a dramatic run out of Salman Ali Agha by Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz dominated headlines and stirred widespread discussion. With one match remaining, Bangladesh aimed to seal the series, while Pakistan were determined to win and stay alive in the contest.
Pakistan batted first, posting 274 runs in 47.3 overs. They were well on track for a larger total, but momentum shifted dramatically when Miraz effected a crucial run out of Salman Ali Agha, who had shared a 109-run partnership with Mohammad Rizwan.
The incident occurred in the 39th over, Miraz’s tenth of the innings. After conceding just one run in the first three balls, Miraz bowled a fourth delivery that saw Rizwan play defensively. Salman Ali Agha, attempting a run, tried to pass the ball to Miraz on the ground. Miraz, however, quickly collected the ball and broke the stumps, leaving Salman outside the popping crease.
Salman’s reaction was immediate and fiery. He threw his gloves and helmet to the ground in frustration before the third umpire, Kumar Dharmasena, confirmed him out following a replay review. The Pakistani batsman exchanged heated words with Bangladeshi players before leaving the field. Liton Das also lost his temper momentarily, but Rizwan intervened to calm the situation. At the time of his dismissal, Salman had scored 64 runs.
Pakistan’s batting lineup collapsed shortly after. Rizwan fell in the same over for 44 runs, yet the focal point of the discussion remained Miraz’s run out. Former Pakistan cricketer and commentator Ramiz Raja spoke in support of Miraz, noting that while Salman’s intentions were friendly, Miraz was fully entitled to execute the run out.
During the innings break, Ramiz Raja said, “Today’s match is unfolding differently, with teams carefully seeking opportunities. This is not about sportsmanship; Miraz had the right to complete the run out. Salman’s focus was on doing something positive, but you cannot offer the ball to your opponent in a competitive match. His reaction reflected his intentions clearly.”
Raja added that Bangladesh could have handled the situation more diplomatically: “One player attempted the run out, while the other tried to act in a friendly manner. In competitive cricket, there is no room for such gestures. I would rate Bangladesh’s handling 10 out of 100—they could have responded better.” He also observed that Pakistan fell 20–30 runs short of their potential total, describing the score as chaseable on a batting-friendly pitch.
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez, however, criticised the incident reaction, stating on social media that “Poor sportsmanship from Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz ”
