5 key facts about Bangladesh's historic 2-0 Test series victory over Pakistan



1. First Test Series Win Against Pakistan: This was Bangladesh's first-ever Test series victory against Pakistan, breaking a 14-match winless streak against them.


2. Comeback Performance: In the second Test, Bangladesh made a significant comeback after being 26-6 on the third day. A crucial 138-run innings by Litton Das and 78 by Mehidy Hasan Miraz pulled them out of trouble, showcasing their resilience under pressure.


3. Bowling Dominance: Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana were instrumental in dismantling Pakistan's batting lineup, with Mahmud taking 5 wickets for 43 runs and Rana taking 4 wickets for 44 runs in the second innings, leading to Pakistan's collapse at 172 runs.


4. Player of the Series: Mehidy Hasan Miraz was named Player of the Series for his all-around performance, including key contributions with both bat and ball across both Tests.


5. ICC World Test Championship Standings: This series win boosted Bangladesh to 4th place in the ICC World Test Championship standings, marking a significant achievement in their cricket history.


This series win not only represents a historic achievement for Bangladesh cricket but also underscores their growing competitiveness in the Test arena, setting the stage for future challenges against stronger opponents like India, where Bangladesh will look to continue their momentum.

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