PAK vs BAN [WATCH]: Babar Azam’s struggles continue as Nahid Rana shines on Day 4 of the second Test

On the critical second day Test match between Pakistan and Bangladeshit was again highlighted in the conflict Babar Azam again Nahid Rana. As the match entered the fourth day, Rana’s relentless pressure exposed Azam’s continuing technical problems, leading to a huge comeback for Pakistan.

Bad choice of shot by Babar Azam

In the 19th over of the day, Rana delivered a crucial blow to Pakistan’s comeback hopes. With a ball that was a little short in length and placed outside the off stump, Rana pulled Babar into an ill-advised delivery. Babar, trying to push away from his body, curled the ball towards it Shadman Islam on the first slide. With the wicket falling for just 11 runs off 18 balls, Babar’s departure left Pakistan in a precarious position.

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The dismissal was a stark reminder of Babar’s ongoing struggle against Rana’s bowling. Despite his known skills, Babar’s decision to play a loose ball instead of letting the delivery slip through showed a lapse of judgment at a crucial moment. His failure to capitalize on this opportunity added pressure on Pakistan’s batsmen.

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Pakistan is in a challenging situation

As the lunch break approached, the situation in Pakistan was not looking good. The team managed to score 117 runs but took six wickets. Mohammad Rizwan gave a glimmer of hope with his unbeaten 38 off 53 balls, including five boundaries. His tenacity was a key factor in maintaining a small lead.

Rana was in excellent form throughout the match, picking up three wickets, including that of current Pakistan captain, Shan Masood. Rana’s performance was instrumental in putting Bangladesh on a strong footing, his relentless pace and accuracy proving a challenge for Pakistan’s batsmen.

With their series over, Pakistan’s focus now shifts to salvaging the tie to restore pride. A win in the ongoing Test could level the series and provide a much-needed boost to the team’s morale.

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