Day 2 of the second Test in between West Indies and Bangladesh At Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica, Alik Atanaz Bangladesh stunned cricket fans with an extraordinary catch Tashkin Ahmed.
A remarkable display of athleticism by Alick Athanaze
The moment came in the 70th over of Bangladesh’s first innings, when the West Indies right-arm medium fast bowler. Jayden Seales Delivered at short length outside off stump. Taskin tried to land a shot, but it took out the top edge. Goalkeeper Joshua Da Silva got into action, stretched a full length to the right and managed to palm the ball in the air. Athanaze, who was nearby, reacted immediately, leaping to the right and finishing his juggle with precision. The effort was a testament to incredible teamwork, quick reflexes and athleticism. Taskin was dismissed for 8 runs including a single boundary.
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Claiming the goal, Seales continued to impress throughout the game. In a brilliant bowling performance, the 23-year-old pacer scored 15.5 overs, conceding just 5 runs and securing 4 wickets. His incredible save rate of 0.30 was completed with an amazing 10 maiden overs. Such a disciplined and impressive display underlines why Seales has emerged as a star in West Indies’ Test cricket.
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West Indies take over the team
At the end of the 2nd day’s play West Indies have settled into a solid position at 70/1 in their first inningstrailing by just 94 runs. captain Craig Brathwaite He led from the front and remained unbeaten on 33, providing a stable foundation for his team.
With a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series, West Indies are in a favorable position to win or draw this match and clinch the series. A strong performance on Day 3 will be crucial to ensure they have the upper hand over Bangladesh.
