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In a significant clash at the ICC World Cup, New Zealand marked its dominance with an eight-wicket victory over Bangladesh. Kane Williamson made a remarkable return to international cricket after recovering from a knee injury, and Daryl Mitchell's brilliant performance led the Kiwis to their third consecutive win in the tournament.

New Zealand had to chase a total of 246, and they achieved the target with 43 balls to spare, showcasing their supremacy in the match. The Bangladeshi bowlers had no answers to New Zealand's response, and the Kiwis reached their goal convincingly. Daryl Mitchell played with a sense of urgency, smashing boundaries and sixes at will to ensure a comfortable win.

Kane Williamson's innings was a masterclass in old-fashioned ODI batting. Playing in his first match of the World Cup, Williamson displayed his class with a calculated knock of 78 runs from 107 balls. He was elegant and patient at the crease, hitting eight fours and a six during his innings. However, his return to the dressing room due to a thumb injury, although a cause for concern for New Zealand, did not impact the outcome as the team had already secured a winning position.

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Bangladesh had been asked to bat first and managed to post 245 for nine. Mushfiqur Rahim was the top scorer with a valuable 66, and contributions from Shakib al Hasan (40 off 51 balls) and Mahmudullah (41 off 49) lifted Bangladesh after they had been struggling at 56 for four in the 13th over.

New Zealand's disciplined bowling attack made it challenging for the Bangladeshi batsmen to accelerate their scoring rate. Trent Boult got New Zealand off to a perfect start by dismissing Litton Das for a duck on the very first delivery of the game. Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry also played pivotal roles in maintaining pressure on the opposition.

The victory is a significant boost for New Zealand in the World Cup, as they continue to show their prowess in the tournament. The team's comprehensive performance reflects their strong form and determination in the competition.

Overall, New Zealand's dominant win over Bangladesh adds to the excitement of the ICC World Cup and solidifies their position as a strong contender in the tournament.