PAK vs BAN [WATCH]: Mir Hamza delivers a perfect pitch to send Zakir Hasan packing on Day 5 of the 2nd Test

On the 5th day of the second test in between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Mr. Hamza he made a critical impact with the ball, destroying the Bangladesh opener Zakir Hasan with a brilliant delivery.

A game-changing delivery by Mir Hamza

As Bangladesh resumed their innings at 42/0, they were in a strong position to chase the target of 185 runs. However, Hamza’s breakthrough came at a crucial moment on the third ball of the 13th over. He hit a well-placed ball that cut through the batter. Zakir, who was in fine form with 40 off 39 balls, tried to drive off the front foot but misjudged the line. The ball hit him and knocked back his off-stump. This dismissal was crucial for Pakistan, it disrupted a promising opening partnership and gave them a crucial chance in the match.

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Pakistan’s first innings and Bangladesh’s reply

Earlier in the match, Pakistan scored 274 runs in their first innings. Saim Ayub he was the top scorer with 58 runs, and Shan Masood he added 57 runs. Other important contributions are forthcoming Salman Aghawho scored 54 points, and Mohammad Rizwan on the 29th. The innings was bolstered by contributions from the lower-order batter, who set the winning price.

The answer comes from Bangladesh Litton Das played a commanding innings of 138 runs, supported Mehidy Hasan Mirazwho scored 78 runs. Despite these efforts, Bangladesh struggled with the loss of crucial wickets, preventing them from building more of a lead. in Pakistan Khurram Shahzad did an impressive job, taking six wickets, Hamza added two more to restrict Bangladesh to 262 runs.

Fight for yourself from Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha

In their second innings, Pakistan scored 172 runs. Rizwan contributed a lot with 43 runs, while Agha remained unbeaten on 47. The innings faced resistance from the Bangladesh bowlers, in particular. Hasan Mahmud again Nahid Ranawho took important wickets and maintained a strong run rate.

With Bangladesh chasing a target of 185 runs, they are currently over 70 with nine wickets to spare. The dismissal of Hasan was a major setback, a departure Shadman Islam again Najmul Hossain Shanto chasing one. With more than 100 runs still needed, Bangladesh face a challenging task to maintain a steady run rate and secure victory, making the tournament more competitive as it progresses.

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