Bangladesh defeat Pakistan by 104 runs in Dhaka Test

Pakistan’s resistance on the fifth day was not enough to prevent a 104-run defeat against Bangladesh in the opening Test of the two-match series at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka on Tuesday.

Bangladesh grabs a nail-biting win over Pakistan in the Mirpur Test. Pakistan chases 268 runs but stumbles hard. Batsmen crumble early—first wicket falls at 3 runs. Azaan Owais departs for 15 next. Struggles pile up: Shan Masood scores 2, Abdullah Fazal fights to 66, Salman Agha makes 26, Saud Shakeel adds 15, Hassan Khan gets 12, Hasan Ali just 1, and Noman Ali 4. Pakistan falls short in a tense chase. Bangladesh declares second innings at 240 for 9 wickets on day five.

Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto shines with 87 runs, Mominul Haque adds 56. Pakistan bowlers strike back. Hassan Ali and Noman Ali snag 3 wickets each. Shaheen Afridi claims 2, Mohammad Abbas grabs 1. Noman Ali hits a milestone 100 Test wickets. Pakistan wins toss, bowls first. Bangladesh posts 413 in first dig. Pakistan replies strong with 386 all out.

Bowlers dominate early. Pakistan’s attack rattles Bangladesh, but batsmen hold firm. Chase turns dramatic—crowds roar as Fazal’s 66 sparks hope, yet wickets tumble fast. Mirpur pitch aids spinners. Noman’s haul earns cheers. Shanto’s knock sets tough target. Teams push limits in five-day grind. Bangladesh celebrates rare victory. Pakistan eyes next clash.