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Mehidy Hasan’s Heroics Level Series as Bangladesh Crush Zimbabwe by an Innings
Bangladesh Dominate Zimbabwe in Chattogram to Level the Test Series
Mehidy Hasan Miraz produced a stellar all-round performance as Bangladesh registered a commanding innings and 106-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second Test at Chattogram, squaring the two-match Test series 1-1. Miraz lit up Day 3 with a resilient century and a devastating five-wicket haul that left Zimbabwe reeling across both innings.
After finishing Day 2 at 291/7, Bangladesh extended their dominance on the third day, amassing a total of 444 runs before wrapping up Zimbabwe’s second innings for just 111.
First Innings: Mehidy’s Ton Powers Bangladesh to Mammoth Total
Strong Start to Day 3
Zimbabwe harbored slim hopes after picking up three wickets late on Day 2, but Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam shattered those ambitions early on Day 3. The duo added a vital 63-run partnership, grinding down Zimbabwe’s bowlers with calm application and smart shot selection. Mehidy launched into the day with controlled aggression, dispatching Blessing Muzarabani for boundaries early on.
Vincent Masekesa, who had been Zimbabwe’s most successful bowler, finally ended the stand by removing Taijul. However, Mehidy remained unfazed and registered his 10th Test fifty. He found a stable partner in Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and together they counter-attacked, particularly targeting Masekesa with a flurry of strokes including boundaries and a six.
Mehidy’s Century and Bangladesh’s Commanding Finish
Bangladesh’s batting display was patient yet assertive, especially in the first session, where they racked up 113 runs. Post lunch, Mehidy took on the bowling with even greater control. He survived an LBW scare via DRS and accelerated into the 90s with a cracking pull shot off Muzarabani.
Tanzim’s steady innings came to an end after a mistimed reverse sweep, but Mehidy continued his fine form and reached his century—a richly deserved second Test ton. Masekesa eventually dismissed him for 104, completing his five-wicket haul, but the damage was already done. Bangladesh ended with a towering 444 on the board.
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Zimbabwe Collapse Under Spin Pressure
Taijul and Mehidy Rip Through Zimbabwe’s Top Order
Zimbabwe’s response in their second innings was nothing short of a disaster. The visitors lost three quick wickets—Brian Bennett and Nick Welch both fell to Taijul Islam within three balls, while Sean Williams was caught at gully off Nayeem Hasan soon after the Tea break.
At 22/3, the visitors looked completely outmatched. Their only meaningful partnership came between Ben Curran and Craig Ervine, who stitched a gritty 47-run stand. Ervine played with some intent but perished attempting a reckless slog, bowled by Mehidy. This marked the beginning of the end for Zimbabwe.
Mehidy Seals the Game with Five-Wicket Haul
Madhevere fell shortly after, and Mehidy continued his rampage by dismissing two more before claiming Curran—Zimbabwe’s top scorer—with a faint edge to the wicketkeeper. Taijul chipped in with another wicket, while a run-out ended Zimbabwe’s resistance, sealing an emphatic win for Bangladesh.
Match Summary
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Bangladesh: 444 (Shadman Islam 120, Mehidy Hasan Miraz 104; Vincent Masekesa 5-115)
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Zimbabwe: 227 & 111 (Ben Curran 46; Mehidy Hasan 5-32, Taijul Islam 3-42)
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