Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 4 wickets in the 1st T20I match and lead the series 1-0. Batting first, Afghanistan posted a total of 151 runs in 20 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the standout performer for Afghanistan, scoring 40 runs off 31, supported by Mohammad Nabi, who scored 38 runs off 25 balls. Rishad Hossain shone with the ball for Bangladesh, picking up two important wickets.

In response, Bangladesh comfortably chased down the target of 152 runs in the 19th over. Opener Parvez Hossain was the standout performer for Bangladesh, scoring 54 runs off 37 balls.