The second Test match between Bangladesh and Pakistan is underway at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. After a thrilling first Test, both teams are eager to take the lead in the series. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first, aiming to put up a strong total on the board.
Playing XIs
Bangladesh: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Liton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Shoriful Islam, Khaled Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain.
Pakistan: Shan Masood (c), Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed.
Match Summary
Pakistan openers Shan Masood and Imam-ul-Haq provided a solid start, putting on a 50-run partnership before Imam departed for 28. Babar Azam then joined Masood, and the duo steadied the innings. At lunch, Pakistan were 85 for 1, with Masood unbeaten on 45 and Babar on 12.
Key Moments
- Bangladesh won the toss and opted to field first.
- Pakistan's opening partnership of 52 runs set a solid foundation.
- Imam-ul-Haq was dismissed by Taijul Islam, caught at slip.
- Shan Masood reached his half-century off 78 balls.
Live Updates
Stay tuned for ball-by-ball commentary and updates from the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams look to gain an upper hand in the series.
