Md Rubel produced a magical spell with four wickets for just 15 runs before Shamim Hossain's late hitting guided Bangladesh to 136 for five in 17.2 overs, with 16 balls to spare while chasing 132.

The selectors themselves have avoided commenting, leaving the team management to front questions they are unwilling or unable to answer.

Bangladesh's middle and lower-middle order have slumped for over a year. Even when runs have come, they have lacked impact, and self-preserving batting has often worsened situations.

For all the flair on offer, consistency has remained not only an issue for Shamim but for most Bangladesh batters over the years. However, rather than clip his wings, coaches have instead tried to harness his natural instincts.

Things happened as if in a frenzy yesterday evening