Dhaka, May 7 -- Bangladesh A clinched the three-match unofficial ODI series against New Zealand A with an 87-run victory in the second game at the Sylhet International Stadium on Wednesday.

Having also won the opener by seven wickets, the hosts now lead the series 2-0.

Captain Nurul Hasan starred with the bat, smashing a 101-ball 112, while Mahidul Islam Ankon added 105 off 108 deliveries as Bangladesh A posted a daunting total of 344 for 5.

The pair added 225 runs for the fourth wicket, laying the foundation for a high-scoring total after a brisk start from the top order.

New Zealand A, who chose to field first after winning the toss, struggled to contain the runs despite early breakthroughs.

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