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Follow live scores and updates from the opening day of the second Test between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe
An engaging opening session of Test cricket saw Zimbabwe make a solid start after winning the toss, but they were soon pegged back by a couple of quick wickets. Bennett fell to a loose shot, and Curran, who had looked promising, also departed trying to force the ball through the off side. Since then, Williams and Welch have steadied the ship, with Welch particularly capitalizing on scoring opportunities, a crucial factor as the pitch starts to show signs of spin.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be pleased with their efforts so far, considering the traditionally batting-friendly nature of this venue. Tanzim, on debut, made an early breakthrough, followed by Taijul getting his name on the wicket column. With the ball spinning consistently, Taijul, Mehidy, and Nayeem will be key for Bangladesh as they aim to make further inroads in the second session.
At Lunch ZIM are 89/2
Ben Curran’s promising innings came to a disappointing end when he was bowled out by Taijul Islam for 21. The ball, which showed subtle turn and a hint of skid, caught Curran off guard as he attempted to slap it away after backing away. He inside-edged the ball onto his leg stump, throwing away his wicket after looking set for a longer stay at the crease. Islam, who struck in his very first over, wasn’t given the best delivery but managed to use a slight variation in pace to his advantage. It was a huge wicket for Bangladesh, as Curran had started to look comfortable at the crease.
ZIM 75/2 (21)
Tanzim Hasan Sakib claimed his maiden Test wicket with a brilliant delivery to dismiss Brian Bennett for 21. The ball, pitched on a good length and angling across the right-hander, proved too much for Bennett, who attempted a cut shot with hard hands. The ball took a thick edge and flew to Jaker Ali, who made a sharp catch after moving to his right.
Earlier, Zimbabwe started strong with 41-runs partnership between Bennet and Ben Curran.
ZIM – 41/1 (11)
Brian Bennett and Ben Curran have walked out to open the innings, with Bennett taking first strike. Hasan Mahmud has been handed the new ball and will open the attack for Bangladesh, looking to make early inroads and put pressure on the batting side right from the start.
After 2 overs
ZIM are 9/0
Bangladesh have been forced for at least one change for the upcoming Test, with fast bowler Nahid Rana flying out to Pakistan to participate in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). In his absence, Tanzim Hasan Sakib is set to make his Test debut.
Bangladesh: Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Jaker Ali(w), Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Nayeem Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine(c), Wessly Madhevere, Tafadzwa Tsiga(w), Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Vincent Masekesa, Blessing Muzarabani
Zimbabwe have won the toss and have opted to bat
Zimbabwe Squad: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine(c), Wessly Madhevere, Nyasha Mayavo(w), Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Victor Nyauchi, Johnathan Campbell, Trevor Gwandu, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Vincent Masekesa
Bangladesh Squad: Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Jaker Ali(w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Khaled Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Nayeem Hasan, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Zakir Hasan
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the opening day of the second Test between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe in Chattogram’s Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium.
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