On the 5th day of the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Hi Hamza made a critical impact with the ball, ruling out Bangladesh’s opening goal Zakir Hasan with an excellent delivery.
Mir Hamza’s game-changing delivery
As Bangladesh resumed their innings at 42/0, they were in a solid position to chase down the 185-run target. However, Hamza’s breakthrough came at a crucial moment with the third ball of the 13th goal. He delivered a well placed ball of good length that left the batter. Zakir, who had been in fine form with a 40-ball 39, tried to get off the front foot but misjudged the line. The ball beat him and knocked him off the stumps. This dismissal was crucial for Pakistan, spoiling a promising opening partnership and giving them a decisive edge in the match.
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Pakistan’s first surges and Bangladesh’s response
Earlier in the match, Pakistan posted 274 runs in their first innings. Saim Ayub was the top scorer with 58 runs, while Shan Masood added 57 runs. Other important contributions came from Salman Aghawho scored 54, and Muhammad Rizvan with 29. The increases were boosted by contributions from the lower order goal, setting a competitive total.
In response, that of Bangladesh Litton Das played a commanding innings of 138 runs, supported by Mehidy Hasan Mirazwho scored 78. Despite these efforts, Bangladesh struggled with significant loss of wickets, preventing them from building a more substantial lead. of Pakistan Khurram Shahzad produced a standout performance, taking six wickets, with Hamza adding two more to restrict Bangladesh to 262 runs.
Fight against Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha
In their second innings, Pakistan scored 172 runs. Rizwan was a key contributor with 43 runs, while Agha remained unbeaten on 47. The innings faced stiff resistance from the Bangladesh bowlers, especially Hasan Mahmud AND Nahid Ranawho took vital wickets and maintained a tight run rate.
As Bangladesh chase the target of 185 runs, they are currently in over 70 overs with nine wickets still in hand. The dismissal of Hasan was a significant setback, the departure Shadman Islami AND Najmul Hossain Shanto to carry out a pursuit. With more than 100 runs still needed, Bangladesh face a challenging task to maintain a steady run rate and secure victory, making the contest intensely competitive as it progresses.
