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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score. Pakistan dominated Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Bangladesh at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, putting themselves in a strong position. Resuming at a vulnerable 158-4, the duo of Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan showcased resilience and skill, steering their team to a commanding 256-4 by lunch on Thursday.
The day started with some concern for Pakistan, but Shakeel and Rizwan quickly settled in, adding 98 crucial runs during an extended morning session. This session, which lasted two hours and 15 minutes, was necessary after a wet outfield delayed play on the first day.
Shakeel and Rizwan formed a formidable partnership, staying unbeaten and frustrating the Bangladesh bowlers. Shakeel, with a well-composed 86 not out, and Rizwan, close to his century on 89 not out, have put Pakistan in a commanding position. Their 142-run partnership for the fifth wicket has been the backbone of Pakistan’s innings, effectively neutralizing both pace and spin from the Bangladesh attack.
As the match progresses, Pakistan looks well-placed to build on this strong foundation, while Bangladesh will need to break this partnership quickly if they hope to regain control of the game.
1st Test: Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan floor Bangladesh with centuries
Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan have hit centuries in the ongoing first Test againstBangladeshin Rawalpindi. Day 1 sawPakistanfinish on 158/4 as only 41 overs were possible. Shakeel was unbeaten on 57 and Rizwan managed 24.Rizwan had joined Shakeel when Pakistan were 114/4. On Day 2, both batters converted their respective starts into centuries to floor Bangladesh.
Duo dominates the morning session
The two batters were solid in the first session on Day 2. Bangladesh bowled 29 wicketless overs in the in which Pakistan scored 98 runs. Rizwan (89*) and Shakeel (86*) extended their partnership to 142. Pakistan were 256 for 4 at Lunch. The two completed their tons in the second session. Notably, they have rotated the strike well and capitalized on boundary opportunities.
Shakeel scores 141, Rizwan hammers 171* as Pakistan declare
Shakeel and Rizwan added a record 240 runs for the fifth wicket. Shakeel finally perished for 141 from 261 balls. He hit nine fours. Mehidy Hasan Miraz dismissed the southpaw. On the other hand, Rizwan was left unbeaten on 171. He hit 10 fours and three sixes. Pakistan managed 421/6 before declaring, having batted for 109 overs.
3rd Test ton for Rizwan
Rizwanwas the first to get to a ton. He reached the milestone with a four, having faced 143 deliveries. This is now his third Test century. Playing his 31st match, Rizwan owns 1,787 runs at 44.67. In addition to three tons, he has clobbered nine fifties. As perESPNcricinfo, in four matches versus Bangladesh, Rizwan averages 119.50, having scored nearly 239 runs.
Shakeel Completes 1,000 Test runs Enroute to his ton
On Day 1, Shakeel completed 1,000 runs in Test cricket. In 11 matches, Shakeel owns 1,108 runs and averages 65-plus currently. In addition to three tons, he also owns six fifties. This is Shakeel’s maiden outing against the Tigers. Notably, Shakeel owns over 5,700 runs in FC cricket. He hammered his 20th century in the longest format.
Babar Azam Achieves Unwanted First In Tests After Being Dismissed For 0 vs Bangladesh
Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam faced a disappointing start to the Test series against Bangladesh, falling for a two-ball duck on the first day of the match in Rawalpindi. Coming in at No. 4 after the dismissal of captain Shan Masood, Babar’s stay at the crease was short-lived. He edged a delivery from Shoriful Islam and a sharp catch by the diving Litton Das behind the stumps sent him back to the pavilion.
This was Babar’s eighth duck in Test cricket, but more notably, it marked his first-ever duck on home soil—a rare and unwelcome milestone for the prolific batter. This unfortunate start adds to what has been a troubling patch of form for Babar in the longer format. where he has averaged just 37.41 over his last nine Tests.
While this dismissal highlights Babar’s recent struggles, it’s worth noting that he still has a long way to go before nearing the record for the most ducks by a Pakistani batter. Danish Kaneria holds that record with 25 ducks, a number far higher than Babar’s current tally.
Despite this setback, Babar Azam remains a remarkable talent, being the only batter in the world currently ranked in the top five across all three formats. He holds the third spot in Test rankings, just behind Joe Root and Kane Williamson, underscoring his consistent excellence across the game.
Pakistan’s Rebuild After Early Scare
Despite a shaky start at 16/3 following Babar Azam’s early dismissal, Pakistan staged a determined fightback on a rain-affected Day 1 of the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi. The match began with a delay due to wet conditions, but once play started, Pakistan found themselves in trouble, losing three quick wickets, including their star batter Babar.
Saim Ayub, playing just his second Test, lived up to the expectations surrounding him. Ayub played a crucial knock, scoring a gritty 56 off 98 balls, helping to stabilize the innings. He was well-supported by Saud Shakeel, who continued to display his calm and composed batting, ending the day unbeaten on 57. The two forged a vital partnership that pulled Pakistan out of a precarious situation.
At stumps, Shakeel was accompanied by wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan, who contributed an aggressive 24 off just 31 balls. Their efforts ensured that Pakistan closed the day at 158/4, losing only one more wicket after the early collapse.
For Bangladesh, pacers Shoriful Islam and Hasan Mahmud were the pick of the bowlers, each taking two wickets. However, they would be disappointed not to have capitalized on their strong start. Bangladesh, still seeking their first-ever Test win against Pakistan, will need to regroup and push for a breakthrough on the second day if they hope to improve their 0-1-12 record against the hosts.
Twin Fifties Rescue Pakistan After Early Collapse vs Bangladesh In First Test
On a rain-hit opening day of the first Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Pakistan showed resilience, recovering from a shaky start to reach 158-4 by stumps. Left-handers Saud Shakeel and Saim Ayub were the heroes of the day, both hitting crucial half-centuries to stabilize the innings after Pakistan found themselves in early trouble.
The day began with a delay of 230 minutes due to a wet outfield, leaving the pitch with a greenish tinge that the Bangladesh bowlers quickly exploited. Pakistan, put in to bat by Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, were soon tottering at 16-3. Shoriful Islam and Hasan Mahmud, the new-ball pair, did the early damage. Shoriful removed Pakistan’s captain Shan Masood for just six runs and then struck again to dismiss star batter Babar Azam for a two-ball duck, marking Babar’s first duck on home soil in 14 Tests. Hasan Mahmud also chipped in, taking the key wicket of Abdullah Shafique. who was caught smartly at gully by Zakir Hasan for two.
Pakistan reeling, Saim Ayub and Saud Shakeel came together to rescue the innings. Ayub, playing only his second Test, proved his mettle by scoring a gritty 56, his maiden Test fifty. He hit four boundaries and a six during his stay at the crease, sharing a vital 98-run stand with Shakeel for the fourth wicket. Unfortunately, Ayub’s innings ended when he drove recklessly off Hasan Mahmud and was caught at third slip.
Saud Shakeel continued to anchor the innings, reaching 57 not out by the close of play. His composed innings included five boundaries and brought up his seventh Test half-century. Shakeel also achieved a personal milestone, surpassing 1,000 Test runs in his 11th match when he reached 33. He found further support from Mohammad Rizwan, who contributed an unbeaten 24 as they added 44 runs for the fifth wicket.
Bangladesh’s bowlers will be looking to capitalize on their strong start when play resumes, with Mahmud expressing hope that they can dismiss Pakistan quickly on Thursday. Meanwhile, Ayub emphasized the importance of building partnerships, a task that he and Shakeel managed well under pressure. As the two-match series is part of the World Test Championship, with Pakistan currently sixth and Bangladesh eighth in the standings, the stakes are high for both teams as they seek to gain an early advantage.
