Despite nursing a side strain, pacer Taskin Ahmed was on Tuesday included in Bangladesh's squad for the T20 World Cup to be held in the Americas next month.
Litton Das' effort reminded fans of former India captain MS Dhoni, who had a knack off pulling no-look run outs throughout his career.
The target of 135 was difficult for Bangladesh at first, but opener Litton Das held his nerve to anchor the chase and helped Bangladesh take a 1-0 lead over New Zealand.
Litton Das' clarification came in after some senior journalists expressed displeasure at his behaviour.
New Zealand have received a major boost as captain Kane Williamson and senior pacer Tim Southee are now available for selection against Bangladesh.
England vs Bangladesh Highlights, ODI World Cup 2023: Dawid Malan shone as England crushed Bangladesh by 137 runs in Dharmasala on Tuesday.
Bangladesh skipper Litton Das decided to recall Ish Sodhi after the New Zealand star was run out at the non-striker's end. Tamim Iqbal, however, wasn't happy with Das' decision.
In cricket, the run out at the non-striker's end is currently legal, but still contentious. Every time any attempt to run out a player at the non-striker's end happens, there is controversy
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