Mehidy Hasan's Five-Wicket Haul Puts Bangladesh in Command

Off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz took 5-61, helping Bangladesh dismiss Pakistan for 274 on Day 2 of the second test. Taskin Ahmed also contributed with 3-57. Despite fielding errors, Bangladesh made a steady start and aims to secure a rare away series win. Both teams struggle in the World Test Championship standings.

In a stellar performance, off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz snagged 5-61, helping Bangladesh bowl out Pakistan for 274 on the second day of the final test match. Miraz's impressive 10th five-wicket haul in test cricket was ably supported by Taskin Ahmed, who returned from injury to claim 3-57.

The Bangladesh side, despite several fielding lapses including four dropped catches, managed to limit Pakistan's scoring. Bangladesh finished the day at 10-0, trailing Pakistan by 264 runs. The team is looking to clinch a rare away win in the series, after securing a historic 10-wicket victory at the same venue last week.

Both squads are currently positioned low in the World Test Championship standings, with Bangladesh at No. 7 and Pakistan at No. 8. The game also saw an injury scare for Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim, and changes in both teams' lineups due to injuries and strategic decisions.