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The second day of the first Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Ground was marked by a delightful exchange between Pakistan’s star batter, Babar Azam, and wicketkeeper-batter, Mohammad Rizwan. The duo, known for their camaraderie and long-standing partnership across formats, shared a lighthearted moment during Pakistan’s dominant display.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan share a lighthearted moment
As Day 2 progressed, Pakistan declared their first innings at an impressive total of 448 runs for the loss of six wickets. Rizwan was the hero of the day, anchoring the innings with a spectacular unbeaten 171 off 239 balls, featuring 11 fours and 3 sixes. Rizwan’s incredible innings, combined with Saud Shakeel’s composed century (141 off 261 balls), helped Pakistan establish a commanding position in the match.
As Rizwan made his way back to the dressing room, the Pakistan players, greeted him with a standing ovation, acknowledging his outstanding knock. In a lighthearted gesture, Rizwan playfully tossed his bat towards Babar, who stood at the front, leading to a heartwarming moment between the two cricketing stars.
The duo’s chemistry, often seen while opening in limited-overs formats, was on full display, drawing smiles from their teammates and fans alike.
Here is the video:
Love em ♥️ pic.twitter.com/NU9bB7yzsF
— Zahra🇵🇰 (@itsZahra2_0) August 22, 2024
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Rizwan’s brilliant knock
The partnership between Rizwan and Shakeel proved pivotal, allowing Pakistan to post a formidable total. Rizwan’s knock was a masterclass in temperament and shot selection, further enhancing his reputation as one of Pakistan’s most reliable batters in the longest format of the game. Shakeel, too, played a crucial role, bringing up his century before being dismissed for 141, helping to stabilize the innings after early losses.
By the end of the day’s play, Bangladesh had responded cautiously, reaching 27 without losing any wickets. However, with a massive deficit of 421 runs, they have a mountain to climb heading into Day 3.
As the match continues, all eyes will be on Bangladesh’s ability to counter Pakistan’s strong bowling attack. For now, though, it’s the camaraderie and brilliance of Rizwan and Babar that have taken center stage, providing fans with not only cricketing excellence but also moments of joy and friendship on the field.
