Mohammad Abbas’s five-wicket haul and a gritty opening stand from Azan Awais put Pakistan in the driver's seat against Bangladesh on Day 2 of the 1st Test. 
Pakistan Seize Control as Abbas Shines and Openers Solidify Day 2
After a challenging opening day, Pakistan staged a clinical comeback on Day 2 of the first Test against Bangladesh.
A masterclass in seam bowling by Mohammad Abbas followed by a disciplined batting display has shifted the momentum firmly back to the hosts.
Abbas Rips Through Bangladesh Middle Order
Bangladesh resumed their innings this morning at a comfortable 301/4, looking to post a massive first-innings total.
However, the Pakistani pace attack, led by the relentless Mohammad Abbas, had other plans. Utilizing the early morning moisture, Abbas bowled with surgical precision to dismantle the visitors' resistance.
Bangladesh was eventually bundled out for 413, losing their final six wickets for just 112 runs.
Najmul Hossain Shanto: The Bangladesh captain was the standout performer, scoring a brilliant 101.
Mominul Haque: Fell agonizingly short of a century, dismissed for a well-played 91.
Pakistan’s Bowling Figures:
Mohammad Abbas: 5/92 (The pick of the bowlers)
Shaheen Shah Afridi: 3/113
Pakistan Openers Provide a Rock-Solid Foundation
Chasing a significant first-inning total, Pakistan needed a steady start.
Debutant Azan Awais and the experienced Imam-ul-Haq delivered exactly that.
The pair navigated the new ball with caution, putting on a 106-run opening partnership.
The breakthrough for Bangladesh came when Imam-ul-Haq was dismissed for 45, falling just short of a half-century.
Debutants Show Resilience
Following Imam’s departure, another debutant, Abdullah Fazal, joined Azan Awais. Fazal took his time to settle, remarkably scoring his first run after 18 deliveries—a watchful approach that reminded fans of the legendary Misbah-ul-Haq.
By the close of play, Pakistan reached 179/1, trailing by 234 runs with nine wickets in hand.
Azan Awais: 85* (Closing in on a debut century)
Abdullah Fazal: 37*
The Verdict: Advantage Pakistan
While Day 1 belonged to the Bangladesh batters, Day 2 was a complete "Green Shirts" show.
The disciplined bowling in the first session and the composed batting in the final two sessions have put Pakistan in a position to dictate terms.
The third day will be the moving day of this Test. With a flattened pitch and set batters, Pakistan will look to surpass Bangladesh’s total, while the visitors desperately need early wickets to stay in the contest.
FAQ Section:
Q: Who took the most wickets for Pakistan on Day 2?A: Mohammad Abbas was the star performer with 5 wickets.
Q: How many runs did Azan Awais score on his debut innings so far?
A: Azan Awais ended Day 2 unbeaten on 85 runs.
Q: What was the total score of Bangladesh in the first innings?
A: Bangladesh was bowled out for 413 runs.
