Wisden's review of the eighth Asia Cup match, Bangladesh v Pakistan

Like Asif Mujtaba before him, Fawad Alam brings to Pakistan a much-needed eye for detail and alertness to opportunity

Shahid Afridi smashed the second-fastest fifty in ODI's and helped Pakistan make the Asia Cup final by beating hosts Bangladesh by three wickets - with one ball remaining - in Mirpur on Tuesday.

Despite the loss to Pakistan, Bangladesh's batting showed marked improvements and would need to continue if they are to finally win a match in 2014