Pakistan vs Bangladesh Match Summary:
In the ongoing 2nd Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Bangladesh needs just 143 more runs to secure a 2-0 series victory on Day 5.
Day 4 Highlights:
On Day 4, Bangladesh seemed well on their way to a series win, with Zakir Hasan (31*) and Shadman Islam (9*) holding firm before rain intervened in the final session, halting play. Bangladesh needs only 143 runs to win, and Pakistan’s hopes rest on the weather disrupting the match.
Pakistan’s Struggles:
Pakistan managed only a 12-run lead in the first innings and was bowled out for a mere 172 runs in their second. Bangladesh, requiring 185 runs to win, quickly reached 42/0 in seven overs before rain and bad light forced an early end to the day’s play, much to the relief of the home side.
Day 5 Weather Forecast:
According to weather.com, there is a 100% chance of rain at the start of Day 5, with an 83% chance of rain continuing through the early hours of play. However, from 3:00 PM local time onwards, the forecast improves, with the chance of rain dropping to less than 10%, giving Bangladesh hope for a clear window to complete their chase.
Historic Stakes:
A draw would mean Bangladesh secures their first-ever Test series win against Pakistan. The first Test marked Pakistan’s first-ever loss to Bangladesh in Test cricket.
Key Performances:
In the first innings, Pakistan scored 274 runs in 85.1 overs, with half-centuries from Saim Ayub (58), Shan Masood (57), and Salman Ali Agha (54). Mehidy Hasan Miran was the standout bowler for Bangladesh, taking five wickets. In response, Bangladesh managed 262 runs in 78.4 overs, with Liton Das leading the charge with a gritty 138 off 228 balls, supported by Mehidy Hasan’s 78 off 124 balls. Pakistan’s Khurram Shahzad took six wickets.
In the second innings, Pakistan collapsed, with only Salman Ali Agha (47* off 71 balls) offering resistance. Bangladesh’s Hasan Mahmud took five wickets, while Nahid Rana claimed four.
Final Question: Pakistan vs Bangladesh
As we move to Day 5, the critical question remains: will the rain once again come to Pakistan’s aid, or will Bangladesh secure a historic series win?