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News18
02-08-2025
- Sport
- News18
Akash Deep Becomes 2nd Indian In 21st Century To Score Half-Century As Nightwatchman
Last Updated: Akash Deep crossed the 50-run mark by scoring a boundary on the 70th ball of his innings. He has hammered nine fours so far after coming out to bat at No. 4. Akash Deep replaced Jasprit Bumrah in India's playing XI for the fifth Test as a fast bowler, but in the red-ball match taking place at The Oval, he is making headlines for his batting. Akash Deep was sent to bat at No. 4 in the second innings, and after remaining not out on four runs from two balls on Friday, he completed his maiden half-century on the 70th ball of his innings on Saturday (August 2). He has hammered nine fours so far. Akash Deep crossed the 50-run mark by hitting Gus Atkinson for a four on the third ball of the 38th over. Akash Deep is only the second Indian nightwatchman to score a half-century in the 21st century. Amit Mishra managed to cross the 50-run mark twice. He hammered 50 runs from 70 balls as a No. 3 batter against Bangladesh in the second innings of the Chattogram Test played from January 17 to 21 in 2010 and 84 against England in 2011. During the second innings of the 2011 India-England Test played at The Oval from August 18 to 22 in 2011, Mishra scored 84 runs from 141 balls as a No. 5 batter in the second innings. The record of the highest score by a nightwatchman for India in Tests is in the name of Syed Kirmani. Kirmani came out to bat at No. 5 for India in the first innings of the Mumbai Test played against the Australian team in November 1979 and scored an unbeaten 101 runs from 206 balls. Kirmani played a total of 88 Tests for India from 1976 to 1986, and he used to bat majorly at the 7th, 8th, and 9th positions for India in Tests. In the history of Test cricket, only one cricketer has managed to score a double century as a nightwatchman. During Australia's first innings of the Test match played against Bangladesh in Chattogram from April 16 to 20 in 2006, Jason Gillespie came out to bat at No. 3, and he remained unbeaten on 201 runs from 425 balls. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Gulf Today
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Mehidy powers Bangladesh to innings and 106-run victory over Zimbabwe
Mehidy Hasan Miraz delivered a sensational all-round performance to lead Bangladesh to a commanding innings-and-106-run victory over Zimbabwe on the third day of the Chattogram Test. After scoring a defiant century (104) with the bat, Mehidy returned to torment Zimbabwe with the ball, picking up five wickets to seal the match with two days to spare. Resuming on the second day's close at 291 for 7, Bangladesh added 153 more runs in the morning session before being bowled out for 444. Mehidy turned out to be the hero of the innings with a superb 104, his second Test century. He was well supported by Taijul Islam (20), debutant Tanzim Hasan, who chipped in with 41, and No. 11 Hasan Mahmud, who helped extend the lead. The innings proved more than enough to press Zimbabwe out of the contest. Earlier in the game, Zimbabwe had posted a modest 227 in their first innings. Mehidy's innings after Shadman Islam's (120), after a shaky end to Day Two, was pivotal in Bangladesh gaining a substantial 217-run lead. Zimbabwe's second innings unravelled swiftly after tea. Taijul Islam drew first blood, getting Brian Bennett (6) caught at second slip. He followed it up with the wicket of Nick Welch for a duck—trapped leg-before, a decision confirmed on review. Nayeem Hasan then removed Sean Williams, who was caught again at second slip for 7. While Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto dropped a simple chance off Craig Ervine, Mehidy took charge from the other end. He bowled Ervine for 25 as the Zimbabwe captain tried to take him on and misjudged the spin. Mehidy then trapped Wessly Madhevere lbw for a duck and dismissed wicketkeeper Tafadzwa Tsiga in quick succession. Wellington Masakadza's attempt to counterattack ended with a mistimed shot to mid-off, handing Mehidy his fourth scalp. The only Zimbabwean batter to offer resistance was Sam Curran, who stood tall with a gritty 46 off 103 balls. But even he couldn't escape Mehidy's magic, nicking behind to become the fifth victim. Taijul returned to remove Richard Ngarava for five before Mominul Haque's direct hit ended Vincent Masekesa's stay, sealing Zimbabwe's collapse for just 111 in the second innings. Masekesa, however, provided a lone bright spark for the visitors, picking up five wickets on debut—a rare achievement for a Zimbabwean bowler in Test cricket. Indo-Asian News Service
News18
30-04-2025
- Sport
- News18
Bangladesh Vs Zimbabwe Live Score, 2nd Test Day 3: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Chattogram
BAN vs ZIM 2nd Test Live (Bangladesh national cricket team vs Zimbabwe national cricket team): Shadman Islam's second Test century laid a solid foundation for Bangladesh, giving them a 64-run lead over Zimbabwe with three wickets remaining at the close of play on day two of the Chattogram Test. Meanwhile, a late flurry of wickets kept Zimbabwe's hopes alive. At stumps, Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam were at the crease with 16 and 5, respectively. Debutant Zimbabwe leg spinner Vincent Masekesa impressed with a three-wicket haul, while Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, and Brian Bennett claimed one wicket each. Bangladesh's openers, Anamul Haque and Shadman, built a lively partnership after Zimbabwe had been bowled out for 227, with No. 11 Muzarabani departing after facing just one ball in the morning session. Shadman started aggressively, hitting several boundaries, including a couple of elegant straight drives, and was fluent through the covers.
Express Tribune
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Simmons urges patience for BD's Test transition
Bangladesh's loss to Zimbabwe in the first Test extended their five-match losing streak at home. Photo: AFP Following Zimbabwe's stunning win over Bangladesh in Sylhet, Phil Simmons opens up on the mentality within the home side's dressing room. With Zimbabwe having staged a three-wicket win to take a 1-0 lead in the two-Test series, Bangladesh are under the radar before the second Test. Head coach Phil Simmons however, has called for patience from the fans, emphasising the ongoing transition process within the team. "I ask for patience from the Bangladesh people, I know how passionate they are for the team to do better," Simmons told reporters ahead of the Chattogram Test. "I request for patience. We are trying to put the right things in place to get us to play better. "We pick players. They play at their tempo. The aggressive part comes into running between the wickets, attitude when you get to the wicket and attitude on the field. "It doesn't necessarily mean that you have to score at five runs an over. Some days you can bat at five, other days you will bat at two or three." Simmons' comments come after Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's critical self-assessment of his dismissal in the first Test. Simmons asserted that despite the recent result, the message to the players is to play a 'positive' brand of cricket. "I think we know that as a unit we didn't bat properly in the first innings," said Simmons on the team being dismissed for 190. "We put ourselves in problems. We want to play a brand of positive Test cricket, not just going for 200 runs in a day. "It will take a bit of time to reach where we want to be. "My message to them is that there were a few loose shots and some soft dismissals but we need to make sure that we improve as we go along. We can't have this for one, two or three Tests (in a row)." The 62-year-old also went on to note the positives in the bowling department in recent times. "Our pacers have skills. Hasan (Mahmud) has taken five-fors in Pakistan, which is not far different from here. "Khaled (Ahmed) has done well. (Tanzim Hasan) Sakib hasn't played that much but we know what he can bring to the attack. We still have the skills and depth from the seamers. "I think (Tanzim) can shine in any format, with the lengths he bowls. He is deceptive with his pace. "We have seen it with the white-ball. He hits the stumps regularly. He gets people caught behind regularly. He also brings a bit of batting, which is always good for the team." Bangladesh and Zimbabwe will lock horns in the second Test starting Monday, April 28 in Chattogram.
Int'l Cricket Council
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Bangladesh head coach urges patience for Test side's transition phase
With Zimbabwe having staged a three-wicket win to take a 1-0 lead in the two-Test series, Bangladesh are under the radar before the second Test. Head coach Phil Simmons however, has called for patience from the fans, emphasizing the ongoing transition process within the team. ALSO READ - Zimbabwe repeat 2018 heroics with thrilling Test win in Sylhet "I ask for patience from the Bangladesh people, I know how passionate they are for the team to do better," Simmons told reporters ahead of the Chattogram Test. "I request for patience. We are trying to put the right things in place to get us to play better. 'We pick players. They play at their tempo. The aggressive part comes into running between the wickets, attitude when you get to the wicket and attitude on the field. 'It doesn't necessarily mean that you have to score at five runs an over. Some days you can bat at five, other days you will bat at two or three." Simmons' comments come after Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's critical self-assessment of his dismissal in the first Test. Simmons asserted that despite the recent result, the message to the players is to play a 'positive' brand of cricket. "I think we know that as a unit we didn't bat properly in the first innings,' said Simmons on the team being dismissed for 190. 'We put ourselves in problems. We want to play a brand of positive Test cricket, not just going for 200 runs in a day. 'It will take a bit of time to reach where we want to be. 'My message to them is that there were a few loose shots and some soft dismissals but we need to make sure that we improve as we go along. We can't have this for one, two or three Tests (in a row).' The 62-year-old also went on to note the positives in the bowling department in recent times. "Our pacers have skills. Hasan (Mahmud) has taken five-fors in Pakistan, which is not far different from here. "Khaled (Ahmed) has done well. (Tanzim Hasan) Sakib hasn't played that much but we know what he can bring to the attack. We still have the skills and depth from the seamers. ALSO READ - Curran urges Zimbabwe to stay grounded ahead of second Test "I think (Tanzim) can shine in any format, with the lengths he bowls. He is deceptive with his pace. 'We have seen it with the white ball. He hits the stumps regularly. He gets people caught behind regularly. He also brings a bit of batting, which is always good for the team." Bangladesh and Zimbabwe will lock horns in the second Test starting Monday, April 28 in Chattogram.
