CricBengal.com | Sports Desk
Bangladesh suffered another batting collapse against the West Indies in the first Test at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. After taking a 27-run first-innings lead, the hosts lost six wickets for just 60 runs in their second innings.
The third day of the Test continued on Friday, October 30. Bangladesh had scored 272 in their first innings before bowling out the West Indies for 245, securing a narrow lead.
West Indies Bowlers Put Bangladesh Under Pressure
Bangladesh’s second innings got off to a difficult start when Shamar Joseph dismissed Tanzid Hasan for a duck.
Shadman Islam scored 13 before departing, while captain Najmul Hossain Shanto managed 10. Towhid Hridoy was dismissed without scoring.
West Indies captain Roston Chase struck three times in quick succession, putting the hosts under severe pressure.
Jomel Warrican then removed Litton Das and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, leaving Bangladesh at 60 for six after 25 overs.
Bangladesh Take a 27-Run First-Innings Lead
Earlier, Bangladesh were bowled out for 272 in their first innings. The West Indies responded with 245, giving the hosts a 27-run lead.
Tagenarine Chanderpaul top-scored for the visitors with 56, while Justin Greaves contributed 46. Nayeem Hasan took four wickets for Bangladesh and reached the milestone of 50 Test wickets.
Bangladesh Face a Crucial Challenge
With six wickets down, Bangladesh need their remaining batters to rebuild the innings and extend their overall lead. The West Indies have put themselves in a strong position with their bowling performance.
Latest available update: At 3:20 pm Bangladesh time on October 30, Bangladesh were 60/6 after 25 overs in their second innings, leading by 87 runs overall.
Source: The Daily Star
Publisher: CricBengal.com
