Bangladesh Hero Taijul Grabs Five Wickets as Zimbabwe

Taijul Islam starred for Bangladesh, taking five wickets to turn the game around after Zimbabwe’s strong start in the second Test. His brilliant bowling helped Bangladesh dominate and put them in a strong position to win the match.

Bangladesh Fight Back After Zimbabwe’s Strong Start in Second Test

Bangladesh A Strong Start Ends in Disappointment for Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe looked in control during the first two sessions of the second Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, they reached 200 for 4 and were looking to post a big total. But Bangladesh’s left-arm spinner Taijul Islam had other plans. He picked up three quick wickets, including one through a run-out, and wrapped up the day with figures of 5 for 60. Zimbabwe ended the day on a disappointing 227 for 9. (More Sports News)

Zimbabwe Begins Positively Before Tanzim Strikes on Debut

Zimbabwe began the day brightly with Brian Bennett hitting five boundaries in the first 10 overs. Though one of those shots was a bit lucky, he soon followed up with powerful drives that impressed. Bennett looked confident but was caught behind while trying an aggressive shot, giving debutant Tanzim Hasan his first Test wicket.

Nick Welch, who started nervously and was dropped early on by Shadman Islam, gained confidence quickly. Alongside Ben Curran, he went on a short six-hitting spree. Curran smashed Mehidy Hasan Miraz over midwicket, and Welch followed up with a massive pull shot and a slog-sweep for six.

However, Bangladesh struck back as Taijul dismissed Curran with a ball that was edged onto the stumps. Still, Zimbabwe managed to get through the second session without losing a wicket. Welch and Sean Williams built a strong partnership, playing carefully while still punishing loose balls.

Williams Leads but Bangladesh Strike Back

Sean Williams played an impressive knock, hitting seven boundaries and a six. He looked in total control and played some beautiful cover drives and cuts. Welch, on the other hand, slowed down after lunch and struggled with cramps in the heat.

Despite a mix-up between the two batsmen, Bangladesh missed an easy run-out chance due to miscommunication. Later, Williams needed treatment on his legs, and Welch also suffered from cramps, forcing him off the field shortly after tea.

That’s when Bangladesh struck hard. Nayeem Hasan got Craig Ervine out for just 5 runs. Tanzim Hasan took a sharp catch at backward square leg to remove Williams for a well-made 67. After that, Zimbabwe’s collapse began.

Taijul Cleans Up the Tail

Bangladesh’s bowlers tightened their grip in the final session. Taijul bowled beautifully, giving away only 18 runs in the first 16 overs. He bowled Wessly Madhevere with a ball that turned just enough to beat the bat.

Soon after, with the second new ball in hand, Taijul struck twice in one over. He dismissed Wellington Masakadza and Richard Ngarava, leaving Zimbabwe in serious trouble. Then came a run-out of Tafadzwa Tsiga, who was caught way short of the crease.

Welch returned to bat but didn’t last long. Taijul bowled him to complete his five-wicket haul, ending a dramatic day that belonged entirely to Bangladesh’s bowling attack.

Summary

Bangladesh made a solid comeback after a tough start thanks to Taijul Islam’s magical bowling. His five-wicket haul crushed Zimbabwe’s middle and lower order, turning the match in Bangladesh’s favor. With only one wicket remaining and Zimbabwe on 227, the hosts will look to wrap up the innings quickly on Day Two.