Bangladesh Takes Commanding Lead Against Pakistan in 2nd WTC Test
Ban vs Pak - 2nd WTC Test - Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das hit half-centuries to take Bangladesh's lead past 350

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In the second Test match of the World Test Championship, Bangladesh leads Pakistan by 353 runs, reaching 307 for 6 at tea on day three. Mushfiqur Rahim remains unbeaten on 90, while Litton Das contributed 69, marking a strong performance for the home team in Sylhet.
- 01Mushfiqur Rahim is unbeaten on 90, aiming for his century in the ongoing innings.
- 02Litton Das scored 69, marking his third instance of scoring both a century and a half-century in the same Test match.
- 03Bangladesh's lead has extended to 353 runs, putting significant pressure on Pakistan.
- 04Pakistan's Khurram Shahzad took four wickets, but struggled to contain the Bangladeshi batsmen.
- 05Nahid Rana and Taijul Islam each took three wickets in Pakistan's first innings, helping to bowl them out for 232.
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Bangladesh has established a commanding position against Pakistan in the second Test of the World Test Championship, reaching 307 for 6 at tea on the third day, with a lead of 353 runs. Mushfiqur Rahim is currently unbeaten on 90, while Litton Das contributed 69 runs, marking a notable achievement as it is his third instance of scoring both a century and a half-century in the same Test match, surpassing Mushfiqur's previous record. The match saw some tension as Mushfiqur engaged in a verbal exchange with Pakistan's captain Shan Masood, which added to the competitive atmosphere. Despite Pakistan taking two wickets in the middle session, they struggled to dismiss Mushfiqur, who showcased his skills with aggressive batting. Khurram Shahzad was the standout bowler for Pakistan, claiming four wickets but faced challenges in containing the Bangladeshi batsmen. Earlier, Pakistan was bowled out for 232 in their first innings, with Babar Azam scoring the highest at 68. Bangladesh's bowlers, Nahid Rana and Taijul Islam, each took three wickets to secure a solid advantage.
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Bangladesh's strong performance boosts local morale and showcases the team's capabilities in international cricket.
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