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Bangladesh vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Najmul Puts Bangladesh In Control Against New Zealand
BAN vs NZ, 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Najmul Hossain Shanto hit his third Test century in four innings to put Bangladesh on course for a strong total in the second innings of the first Test against New Zealand.
BAN vs NZ, 1st Test: Najmul Puts Bangladesh In Control Against New Zealand© AFP
BAN vs NZ, 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Najmul Hossain Shanto hit his third Test century in four innings to put Bangladesh on course for a strong total in the second innings of the first Test against New Zealand in Sylhet on Thursday. The hosts reached 212-3 at stumps on the third day, leading New Zealand by 205 runs, with Najmul unbeaten on 104. Former captain Mushfiqur Rahim made an unbeaten 43 and put on 96 runs in the unbroken fourth-wicket stand with Najmul. Najmul, who scored a century in both innings of Bangladesh's previous Test against Afghanistan in June, also shared 90 runs with Mominul Haque for the third wicket. (Scorecard)
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We are back with the fourth innings of the match. Tom Latham and Devon Conway are the opening batters for New Zealand. Shoriful Islam to start the attack for Bangladesh. Let's Play says the umpire.
... FOURTH INNINGS ...
The New Zealand bowlers, relentless in their pursuit, claimed seven wickets since the morning session, with Ajaz Patel standing out as the pick of the bunch, securing four crucial dismissals. Ish Sodhi complemented the effort with two wickets of his own. With a target of 332 to win, New Zealand now faces a challenging task against a spirited Bangladesh side. The upcoming session promises high-stakes cricket as New Zealand endeavors to chase down the target while Bangladesh aims to capitalize on their advantageous position. The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to this Test match, and fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the live action to unfold. Stay tuned for what promises to be an enthralling display of cricket prowess.
The Bangladesh second innings in this gripping Test match has concluded, with the team amassing a substantial total of 338. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto demonstrated exceptional leadership with a brilliant century, setting the tone for the innings. Mushfiqur Rahim played a crucial supporting role, securing a well-deserved half-century, while Mehidy Hasan's resilient effort, particularly with the tail, saw him contribute 50 runs. This fantastic performance has granted Bangladesh a commanding second-innings lead of 331 runs, putting them in a formidable position.
OUT! STUMPED! That is it then for Bangladesh! Ajaz Patel loops this one up around off, Shoriful Islam dances down the track and has a wild slog across the line but misses and Tom Blundell behind the stumps collects it and takes the bails off quickly. The replay shows that Shoriful Islam managed to get his bat down but it is on the line and no part of it is behind it. Bangladesh have been bowled out for 338!
Flatter, full and on off, Shoriful Islam drives it firmly through covers and comes back for the second run.
FIFTY FOR MEHIDY! An excellent knock form him and in a crunch situation. He will look to score as many as possible now. This is floated, full and on off, Mehidy Hasan pushes it through covers for a single.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Mehidy Hasan turns it to the leg side. There is some confusion between the batters and they decide against the run.
A googly now, short and around middle, turns in, Mehidy Hasan flicks it off the back foot through square leg for one.
Fires this one short but down the leg side, Mehidy Hasan misses his flick.
Flatter, full and around off, Shoriful Islam looks to push it away but gets an outside edge past short third man where Ajaz Patel chases after it and puts in a dive to flick it back inside. Three runs taken!
Tossed up, full and on off, Shoriful Islam keeps it out to the off side.
Good comeback from Sodhi! He bowl the googly, full and on off, turns away, Shoriful Islam looks to defend but gets beaten on the outside edge.
FOUR! Lovely shot! He is not shying away here! Ish Sodhi lands this short and around off, Shoriful Islam stands tall and punches it through covers for a boundary.
RIPPER! Ajaz Patel anlges this one in, short and on middle, grips and turns away sharply, Mehidy Hasan gets squared up as he looks to play at it and the ball goes past the outside edge. Can Shoriful Islam survive the next over?
Flighted, full and around off, Mehidy Hasan backs away and lifts it over exrta covers for a brace.
Quicker delivery, short and around off, Mehidy Hasan moves back and opens the face of his bat to guide it wide of short third man for a couple of runs.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Mehidy Hasan turns it to the leg side.
Shorter in length and around off, Mehidy Hasan moves back and dabs it towards backward point.
Flatter, full and around leg, Shoriful Islam clips it away wide of short fine leg for a single. Good result for Bangladesh as Mehidy Hasan is back on strike.