The Shan Masood-led Pakistan team has already lost the first Test by 104 runs in Dhaka, and now they are aiming to save their pride by levelling the two-match Test series in Sylhet. They made the perfect start with the ball, but their senior batters failed to handle pressure and left everyone frustrated.
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Bangladesh fight back hard as Pakistan collapse for 232
Later, Pakistan started well and ended Day 1 at 21 without loss, trailing by 257 runs against Bangladesh. However, things completely changed on Day 2. The Bangladesh bowlers came back strongly and did not allow Pakistan’s batters to settle at all.
Bangladesh’s bowling attack was disciplined and tight as Pakistan batters failed, and they were bowled out for just 232 runs. Taijul Islam and Nahid Rana were the standout bowlers for the hosts, as both took three wickets each, giving Bangladesh a valuable 46-run lead in the first innings.
After the touring side’s poor batting performance in Sylhet, former Pakistani Test cricketer Faisal Iqbal launched a scathing attack on the team’s experienced players, especially Babar Azam. Faisal openly questioned the temperament and mindset of the senior stars.
Faisal Iqbal posted on X: “Where has our test cricket gone now? Seniors have played so much cricket and are useless in pressure situations, throwing away their wickets. Unfortunately, Babar's struggle is too long; NO temperament at all. He doesn’t have any capability to save the team in tough situations.”
— TOK Sports (@TOKSports021) May 17, 2026
Bangladesh build solid lead on Day 3 in Sylhet
Well, Bangladesh continued their positive approach in the second innings as opener Mahmudul Hasan Joy scored a solid half-century to extend the lead further. At stumps, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remained unbeaten on 13 and will lead the charge on Day 3.
Mominul Haque contributed 30 runs before being dismissed by Khurram Shahzad. Bangladesh will resume Day 3 at 110/3 with a 156-run lead against Pakistan in Sylhet.
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