DHAKA – Bangladesh finished the fourth day of the opening Test against Pakistan in a commanding position, holding an overall lead of 179 runs at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
After a competitive first-innings battle, the hosts reached 152/3 in their second innings by the close of play on Monday. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remains unbeaten on 58, accompanied by veteran campaigner Mushfiqur Rahim, who is not out on 16.First Innings RecapThe match, which began on Friday, has been a seesaw battle of attrition.
Bangladesh, having been put in to bat first after losing the toss, posted a formidable 413 in their first innings, bolstered by a century and two half-centuries.In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup showed resilience, scoring 386 before being bowled out. Their innings featured one century and three fifties, leaving Bangladesh with a slender but crucial 27-run first-innings lead.The Current StandingsAs the match heads into the final day, the “Tigers” aim to set a daunting target for the visitors.Team1st Innings2nd InningsTotal LeadBangladesh413152/3179 RunsPakistan386–
