STUMPS DAY 4: Pakistan 23/1, Trail by 94 Runs as Bangladesh Dominate
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| Mushfiqur Rahim's Heroic 191 Guides Bangladesh to Commanding Lead on Day 4 / Getty images |
At the close of Day 4, Pakistan are 23/1, trailing by 94 runs in their second innings. Bangladesh’s bowlers struck early, dismissing Saim Ayub for 1, leaving Shan Masood (9*) and Abdullah Shafique (12*) to rebuild.
Earlier in the day, Bangladesh resumed their innings with a deficit of 132 runs and five wickets in hand. Litton Das fell early for 56, but Mushfiqur Rahim's resilient 191 off 341 balls and Mehidy Hasan Miraz's gritty 77 helped Bangladesh post a formidable 565, securing a lead of 117 runs. Shaheen Afridi, despite a tiring Pakistan field, claimed crucial wickets with the third new ball.
Pakistan, facing a challenging task, struggled against Bangladesh's new-ball attack in the final hour. As the Test heads into the final day, a draw seems the most likely outcome, barring a dramatic collapse in the morning session. Pakistan will need to bat cautiously to avoid any late surprises.