Najmul Hossain Shanto Shines as Bangladesh Sets Tough Target for Pakistan
Bangladesh's skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto scored 87 runs, setting a challenging target of 268 runs for Pakistan. Bangladesh declared their second innings at 240-9, taking an overall lead of 179. Pakistan reached 6-1 at lunch on Day 5, seeking 262 runs more for a win.
Bangladesh's Najmul Hossain Shanto delivered a standout performance by scoring 87 runs, positioning his team for a strong finish. Shanto's determination saw Bangladesh setting Pakistan a competitive target of 268 runs.
The hosts resumed on Day 5 at 152-3 and pushed aggressively to declare at 240-9, creating an overall lead of 179 runs. Shanto's innings featured seven boundaries before falling to Noman Ali's left-arm spin.
As the final day unfolds, Taskin Ahmed gave Bangladesh an early breakthrough by dismissing Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq. With Pakistan at 6-1 by lunch, they need 262 more runs to secure a victory.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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