Mehidy Hasan's Five-Wicket Haul Puts Bangladesh in Command

Off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz took 5-61, helping Bangladesh dismiss Pakistan for 274 on Day 2 of the second test. Taskin Ahmed also contributed with 3-57. Despite fielding errors, Bangladesh made a steady start and aims to secure a rare away series win. Both teams struggle in the World Test Championship standings.

In a stellar performance, off-spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz snagged 5-61, helping Bangladesh bowl out Pakistan for 274 on the second day of the final test match. Miraz's impressive 10th five-wicket haul in test cricket was ably supported by Taskin Ahmed, who returned from injury to claim 3-57.

The Bangladesh side, despite several fielding lapses including four dropped catches, managed to limit Pakistan's scoring. Bangladesh finished the day at 10-0, trailing Pakistan by 264 runs. The team is looking to clinch a rare away win in the series, after securing a historic 10-wicket victory at the same venue last week.

Both squads are currently positioned low in the World Test Championship standings, with Bangladesh at No. 7 and Pakistan at No. 8. The game also saw an injury scare for Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim, and changes in both teams' lineups due to injuries and strategic decisions.

(With inputs from agencies.)