Pakistan's Resilient Batting Shines in Second Test Against Bangladesh

Pakistan bounced back strongly in the second Test against Bangladesh, reaching 99 for one by lunch. Captain Shan Masood and Saim Ayub led the aggressive batting after an early dismissal by Bangladesh’s Taskin Ahmed. Both teams, struggling in the World Test Championship standings, make key player changes.

Pakistan recovered through aggressive batting by captain Shan Masood and Saim Ayub to reach 99 for one at lunch in the second Test against Bangladesh here on Saturday.

Following a rain-washed opening day, Bangladesh had Pakistan on the ropes early when Taskin Ahmed bowled Abdullah Shafique in the first over. Najmul Hossain Shanto's decision to field first seemed to be paying off initially.

Masood, who completed his 10th Test half-century by lunch, remained unbeaten on 53 off 62 balls. Ayub, on 43, supported with boundaries and sixes. Both teams made significant changes in bowling, with Pakistan opting for Abrar Ahmed and Mir Hamza.

(With inputs from agencies.)