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As the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh unfolds in Rawalpindi, questions are being raised about Pakistan's approach and performance.
Despite a dominant position, Pakistan allowed Bangladesh to recover spectacularly, with Litton Das forming crucial partnerships with Mehidy Hasan and Hasan Mahmud, that shifted the game’s momentum.
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Bangladesh's crucial seventh-wicket stand
The standout moment came when Mehidy Hasan and Litton Das put together a remarkable 165-run partnership for the seventh wicket.
Mehidy’s 78 runs and Litton’s impressive century were pivotal in Bangladesh’s innings, bringing them within striking distance of Pakistan’s total. The partnership not only rescued Bangladesh but also highlighted gaps in Pakistan’s strategic execution.
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The impactful Ninth-Wicket stand of Bangladesh
In addition to the seventh-wicket stand, Litton Das and Hasan Mahmud built a valuable 69-run partnership for the ninth wicket. Hasan Mahmud contributed a crucial 13 runs while Litton Das made a heavy contribution of 55 runs, guiding Bangladesh to a competitive total.
The 69-run stand between Hasan Mahmud and Litton Das for the ninth wicket has raised significant concerns.
“Has the 60-run stand between Hasan and Das for the ninth wicket exposed Pakistan’s mindset, fitness & attitude? It has for sure,” tweeted Dr. Nauman Riaz.
Looking Ahead: Can Pakistan regain Control?
With Bangladesh only 21 runs behind and Pakistan having eight wickets in hand at the end of Day 3, the pressure is on Pakistan’s batting unit to turn things around.
Key players like Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam will need to step up and deliver if Pakistan is to set a challenging target and reclaim control of the game.
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