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Pakistan‘s hopes of winning the first Test of the series against Bangladesh were dashed on the final day as they were bowled out for 146 in their second innings, giving Bangladesh a historic first-ever test victory against Pakistan by 10 wickets.
The match was evenly poised going into the final day, with Pakistan having nine wickets in hand. However, Pakistan’s batters collapsed, with five wickets falling for just 31 runs.
Bangladesh’s bowlers were relentless, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz taking four wickets and Shakib Al Hasan taking three. Pakistan’s wicketkeeper batter, Mohammad Rizwan, was the only batter to offer any resistance, scoring 51 runs.
The defeat is a setback for Pakistan, who had been hoping to start the Test series with a win. However, they will have a chance to bounce back in the second Test, which begins on August 28.
Brief overview of the match:
- Pakistan 1st Innings: 448/6 declared
- Bangladesh 1st Innings: 565/10
- Pakistan 2nd Innings: 146/10
- Bangladesh 2nd Innings: 30/0
Man of the Match: Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh)
Key moments from the match
Pakistan’s collapse in the second innings: Pakistan’s batters collapsed on the final day, losing five wickets for just 31 runs. This collapse allowed Bangladesh to take control of the match.
Mushfiqur Rahim’s century: Rahim scored a brilliant century in the first innings for Bangladesh. His innings helped Bangladesh to take a first-innings lead.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s four-fer: Miraz took four wickets in the second innings to help bowl out Pakistan.
Shakib Al Hasan’s three-wicket haul: Shakib took three wickets in the second innings to help bowl out Pakistan.
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Talking points from the first PAK vs BAN Test
Pakistan’s wrong assessment of the pitch: Pakistan’s batters struggled to adapt to the pitch throughout the match. This was evident in their second innings, when they were bowled out for 146.
Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling: Bangladesh’s bowlers were disciplined throughout the match. They bowled consistently in the right areas and did not allow Pakistan’s batters to get away.
Mushfiqur Rahim’s class: Mushfiqur showed his class with a brilliant century in the first innings. He is one of the best batters in the world and he proved it once again in this match.
Overall, this was a thrilling Test match that went down to the wire. Bangladesh’s victory against Pakistan was deserved and they will be hoping to carry their momentum into the second Test.
Here’s how fan’s reacted on X:
Pakistan Cricket. #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/BCtNNOQTCN
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) August 25, 2024
BANGLADESH BEAT PAKISTAN IN RAWALPINDI BY 10 WICKETS. #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/8zscfrYUlS
— Soni Raj Singh (@SoniDreams_) August 25, 2024
Bangladesh won by 10 wickets. Historical defeat for #Pakistan. They declare first inning, but couldn't do anything in the 2nd inning. #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/e980b7nUbU
— Ganpat Teli (@gateposts_) August 25, 2024
"Sir AAPKA vision hy sir"#PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/sWjfqJAwZ0
— Hassan Abbasian (@HassanAbbasian) August 25, 2024
Pakistan was busy daydreaming about the WTC finals, while Bangladesh delivered a masterclass in humiliation right on their own turf. Talk big, lose bigger!😂 #PakvsBan pic.twitter.com/eifL5N2Y3m
— Kuch Bhi!!!! (@KirkutExpert99) August 25, 2024
Pakistan Team/Management is a Real Jocker 🤡 of Cricket 🏏 #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/XkJZ84U99p
— Lady Artist (@Lady_doc_artist) August 25, 2024
Whose idea was that to declare the first innings?#PAKvBAN #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/6k8xdiiIGs
— Ahtasham Riaz (@ahtashamriaz22) August 25, 2024
Pakistan record in last 2 years in home Tests#PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/DEZPKPEgeT
— AZAM NOORANI اعظم نورانی (@azamnoorani03) August 25, 2024
There couldn't be a better day to post this. #PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/2GoUdH8kJn
— _sankasm_ (@MasutiSanket) August 25, 2024
Aur inko WTC final khelna hai😁😂🤣🤭🤣😂😁😁😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣#PAKvsBAN#PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/5gxZTz7kdG
— Abhi aks (@abhiaks9231) August 24, 2024