In an exciting Test match in Sylhet, Bangladesh is in a strong position after three days of play against Zimbabwe. The match has seen many ups and downs, but now Bangladesh is leading and looking to win their first game of the series.
Day 1 and 2: A Close Battle
The match started with Zimbabwe batting first. Their players played well and scored 273 runs. It was a good total, but not too high for Bangladesh to chase. For Zimbabwe, their captain and middle-order batsmen did a great job. They showed patience and good skills on the field.
Bangladesh bowlers also had a good day. They bowled tightly and took wickets at the right times. Shoriful Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz were the top bowlers. They kept pressure on the Zimbabwe batters and helped their team stay in the game well.
But when Bangladesh came to bat in their first innings, things didn’t go as planned. They struggled and only managed 191 runs. Zimbabwe bowlers were on fire. Blessing Muzarabani was especially dangerous, taking early wickets and making it hard for Bangladesh to score freely.
This gave Zimbabwe a strong lead of 82 runs. Many fans thought Zimbabwe might take full control of the match from here.
Day 3: The Fightback Begins
However, Day 3 was full of surprises. Bangladesh came back strong in their second innings. Najmul Hossain Shanto was the star of the day. He batted with calm and focus, scoring a strong 60 runs without getting out. His innings helped Bangladesh recover from early trouble.
Mominul Haque also played a useful knock of 47 runs. The partnership between Mominul and Shanto was very important. It helped Bangladesh take the lead in the match. After Mominul got out, Jaker Ali joined Shanto, and they continued to build the score.
By the end of Day 3, Bangladesh had reached 194 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. Now they are leading by 112 runs with six wickets still in hand. The game has turned in Bangladesh’s favour, but there is still more to play.
Rain Plays a Part
Rain also affected Day 3. Because of bad weather, the teams could only play 44 overs. Fans were disappointed, but the players made the most of the time they had on the field.
Still, the rain might play a big role in the match. The weather forecast says there could be more rain on Day 4. If that happens, it might make it difficult for either team to win. A draw is possible if rain continues.
Rain significantly affected play on Day 3, limiting action to just 44 overs. Bangladesh progressed from 57/1 to 194/4, with Najmul Hossain Shanto anchoring the innings. He formed a 65-run partnership with Mominul Haque and an unbroken 39-run stand with Jaker Ali. The match remains finely balanced, with Bangladesh aiming to extend their lead on Day 4, while Zimbabwe will seek early wickets to shift momentum. However, weather forecasts predict further rain, which could impact the day’s play.
What’s Next?
Bangladesh now has a great chance to set a big target for Zimbabwe. If their batters keep playing well on Day 4, they can make the lead bigger and put pressure on Zimbabwe.
On the other hand, Zimbabwe will try to take quick wickets in the morning session. If they can bowl out Bangladesh early, they will have a chance to chase a target and win.
The match is still open, and fans are excited to see what happens next. This Test is a good example of why people love Bangladesh cricket – full of drama, fightbacks, and young stars like Shanto stepping up when it matters.
No matter how it ends, this match will be remembered for its twists, turns, and the way Bangladesh showed character after falling behind.
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