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Debut Century Dominates Tense Pakistan-Bangladesh Test
12 May
Summary
- Azan Awais hit a debut century with 103 runs for Pakistan.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz took 5 wickets for Bangladesh, aiding their fightback.
- Bangladesh holds a slender 34-run lead heading into the fourth day.
The first Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Dhaka is heading into a decisive fourth day, with the match hanging in the balance. Bangladesh holds a slight advantage, leading by 34 runs after an exciting third day at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. The contest saw shifts in momentum as Pakistan's batting lineup experienced a collapse after a strong start.
Pakistan debutant Azan Awais was the standout performer, crafting a disciplined 103 off 165 balls. Despite his century, Pakistan was bowled out for 386, conceding a 27-run first-innings deficit. Bangladesh's spin bowler Mehidy Hasan Miraz was instrumental in their fightback, taking 5 wickets for 102 runs. Resilient half-centuries from Mohammad Rizwan and Agha Salman offered resistance for Pakistan. As play concluded on Sunday, Bangladesh's openers safely navigated 1.5 overs to reach 7/0 before fading light halted proceedings.
