England claim emphatic T20 World Cup win over Bangladesh as Jason Roy stars in 50th game

 

England 's first-ever T20I game against Bangladesh ended with Eoin Morgan's side completing a comprehensive eight-wicket win thanks to a clinical bowling performance.

Jason Roy scored a half-century in his 50th T20I appearance for England, helping them beat Bangladesh in their second T20 World Cup clash

The win ensures England stay top of their T20 World Cup group and remain in the driving seat heading into their blockbuster clash with rivals Australia on Saturday.

Scores summary 

20th Match, Group 1, Abu Dhabi, Oct 27 2021, ICC Men's T20 World Cup

Bangladesh 124/9

Mushfiqur Rahim  29, Nasum Ahmed not out      19

Tymal Mills 3/27 (Eng)   

 

England (14.1/20 ov, target 125) 126/2

Jason Roy  61

England won by 8 wickets (with 35 balls remaining)