Veteran all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan scored a half-century, leading Bangladesh to a 25-run victory over the Netherlands on Thursday, bringing them closer to the second round of the T20 World Cup. Shakib, the 37-year-old ex-captain, notched his 13th fifty in the format, helping Bangladesh to a total of 159-5 in 20 overs. He remained unbeaten on 64 from 46 balls, hitting nine fours as international cricket resumed at Arnos Vale after a decade. The Dutch team managed 134-8 in their 20 overs. This win gave the Tigers four points from three matches, positioning them well to advance from Group D alongside South Africa to the Super Eights. Opener Tanzid Hasan also contributed with 35 off 26 balls, including five fours and a six. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto praised the team's performance, highlighting Shakib's composure. The team had previously won against Sri Lanka and narrowly lost to South Africa. The Netherlands, with two points, had earlier beaten Nepal but lost to South Africa. Dutch captain Scott Edwards acknowledged Bangladesh's superiority in the match. Off-spinner Aryan Dutt, introduced in place of Teja Nidamanuru, took two early wickets, but Shakib and Tanzid stabilized the innings with a 48-run stand. Mahmudullah's late 25 helped Bangladesh score 54 in the last five overs. The Dutch were at 111-3 but lost momentum after Sybrand Engelbrecht's dismissal. Leg-spinner Rishad Hossain took 3-33 for Bangladesh. Next, Bangladesh faces Nepal, who also aims for a Super Eights spot.