Pakistan bowling attack control Bangladesh in 240 after Hasan Ali and Noman Ali sensational bowling attack. Read full match report and analysis.
Final Day Thriller: Pakistan Targets 268 After Noman and Hasan Ali Rattle Bangladesh
The opening Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh has shifted into high gear on the final day. Following a clinical bowling performance in the morning session, Pakistan now finds itself in a race against time and a disciplined Bangladeshi bowling attack to clinch a victory on home soil.
The Morning Collapse: Pakistan’s Pacers and Spinners Strike
Bangladesh resumed their second innings on Day 5 at a steady 153/3, looking to set a daunting target. However, the Pakistani bowling duo of Noman Ali and Hasan Ali had other plans. The two veterans utilized the early morning moisture and cracks in the pitch to dismantle the Bangladeshi middle and lower order.
Bangladesh was eventually bundled out for 240 runs, losing their final seven wickets for just 87 runs.
Najmul Hossain Shanto led from the front once again, anchoring the innings with a resilient 87 runs.
Mominul Haque provided solid support with a well-earned 56, but the rest of the lineup failed to withstand the pressure.
Bowling Stars: Noman and Hasan Ali Shine
The comeback was orchestrated by the disciplined lines of Noman Ali and the reverse-swing mastery of Hasan Ali. Both bowlers finished with identical figures of 3 wickets each, ensuring that the visitors could not bat Pakistan out of the game. Their ability to take wickets in clusters shifted the momentum entirely back to the Men in Green.
The Chase: A bad statr for Pakistan
Pakistan has been set a challenging target of 268 runs to win the first Test. With 78 overs remaining in the day’s play, the run rate is not the primary concern—wickets are.
The chase got off to a shaky start as Pakistan lost their first wicket with only 7 runs on the board. As the teams headed into the Lunch break, the pressure was palpable. Pakistan needs a massive partnership in the second session to stabilize the innings and navigate toward a 1-0 lead in the series.
IN MY OPINION
I think this match will end in a draw or Pakistan's defeat.
At this point because Pakistan is not playing for a win and trying for a draw will not take Pakistan anywhere.
This match can end in Pakistan's victory if Pakistan speeds up the game a little from here, but this is not Pakistan's thinking.
Will new debutants Abdullah Fazal and Azan Owais change Pakistan's thinking? Waiting for the next session
FAQ Section
Q: How many runs does Pakistan need to win against Bangladesh?
A: Pakistan needs 268 runs in their second innings to win the first Test match.
Q: Who took the most wickets for Pakistan on Day 5?
A: Noman Ali and Hasan Ali were the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets each to dismiss Bangladesh for 240.
Q: Who was the top scorer for Bangladesh in the second innings?
A: Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto was the top scorer with a gritty knock of 87 runs.
