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"Painful And..." Taskin Ahmed Shocked After Bangladesh’s Collapse Vs Sri Lanka In 1st ODI

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SL defeated BAN in the first ODI [Source: @ImThimira07/x.com]SL defeated BAN in the first ODI [Source: @ImThimira07/x.com]

Chasing what seemed like a chaseable target of 245 against Sri Lanka in the first ODI at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Bangladesh looked to be in cruise control at 100 for 1. But what followed was nothing short of a horror show: a dramatic collapse that saw them tumble to 107 for 8, losing seven wickets for just five runs.

Taskin Opens Up on Bangladesh's Dramatic ODI Downfall Vs Sri Lanka

It was the worst such meltdown in men’s ODI history and even their pace spearhead Taskin Ahmed couldn’t believe his eyes.

After the match, Taskin didn’t mince his words. The speedster, who has seen a fair share of heartbreaks on the field, admitted this one cut deep.

"Seven wickets in five runs - it was unexpected. We tried, but it didn't happen. Yeah, it wasn't a great feeling," he said as quoted by Cricbuzz.

He was honest about the emotions in the dressing room and how the game slipped away in the blink of an eye.

“It reminds me that in cricket, there is uncertainty. I wasn't expecting that. I was chilling in the dressing room with a coffee, and suddenly, five wickets down.”

According to Taskin, the real damage was done in that one over by Wanindu Hasaranga. Najmul Hossain Shanto got run out, followed by Tanzid Hasan Tamim’s dismissal and from there, things unravelled like a house of cards.

“Those two wickets in one over were the turning point,” Taskin noted. “The way we started today, I was expecting we would win with 5-6 overs in hand, but unfortunately, that collapse was a big loss. It hurts because I am also a player.”

Taskin Blamed Poor Shot Selection

Despite the collapse, Taskin didn’t think the pitch was anything out of the ordinary. Instead, he pointed fingers at poor shot selection and a lack of composure.

“Jaker batted really well at the end. If we had two or three batters left, we could have won. It doesn’t feel like the wicket was that bad. That was our failure.”

Bangladesh were bowled out for 167 after being 100 for 1 and for a side that had one hand on the win, it was a case of throwing it all away.

Taskin also opened up about the mental side of things. He felt the team got a bit too comfortable, thinking the job was done and paid the price for it.

“After that great start, we were a bit relaxed. Everything was going our way, and suddenly, that run-out and Tamim got out. Then we panicked a bit. We didn’t play our natural game.”

No More Hiding Behind The 'Transition' Tag

While Bangladesh have often leaned on the “transition period” excuse, Taskin feels it’s time to move on.

“We have been saying this transition period thing a lot. Maybe we are taking a bit longer, but we have to come out of it. There is no other option.”

Bangladesh will now have to bounce back quickly with two more games to play in the series. The wounds are still fresh, but as Taskin said they are working hard and it is time to put those lessons into action.