Bangladesh Closes In On Historic 2-0 Series Win Over Pakistan

Bangladesh is on the verge of a 2-0 series win over Pakistan after Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana bowled out the hosts for 172. Chasing 185, Bangladesh reached 42 without losing a wicket before bad light paused play. Key players like Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam are leading the charge.

Bangladesh remained on course for a historic 2-0 series whitewash against Pakistan after pace duo Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana bowled out the hosts for 172 in the second innings of the second test on Monday.

Chasing a modest target of 185, Bangladesh cruised to 42 without loss in just seven overs before bad light and subsequent rain forced early stumps on the penultimate day at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Zakir Hasan was unbeaten on 31, complementing Shadman Islam, who was at nine.

Hasan (5-43) and Nahid (4-44) were ruthless with the ball earlier, with Nahid triggering a collapse in Pakistan's batting order. Key dismissals included star players like Babar Azam and Shan Masood. Bangladesh had previously claimed the opening test by 10 wickets on August 25, marking their first-ever test victory against Pakistan.