In an exciting moment during the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, Lytton Das He devised a brilliant secret to deny Pakistan Saim Ayubchanges speed in the ongoing match. The dismissal came in the 33rd over of Pakistan’s first innings, when the team was beginning to gain a foothold in the contest.
Brilliant dismissal of Litton Das
He was the architect of the dismissal Mehidi Hasan Mirazwho sets the scene beautifully. Mehidi, who was bowling to Ayyub, skillfully adjusted his pace, understanding Ayyub’s aggressive intent. Ayub, looking increasingly comfortable at the crease, tried to hit a wild shot against a flying delivery. However, Mehidi’s trickery got the better of him – slowing the ball down enough to force Ayub to completely mistime his shot. Ayub, who missed the ball by a wide margin, was stranded as Das took out the textbook bails at speed.
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Without even waiting for the third judge’s decision, Ayub left knowing the damage was done. His wicket came at a crucial moment for Pakistan as he built up well with a 110 off 58 deliveries that included four boundaries and two sixes. The dismissal also broke the century partnership between Ayub and the Pakistan captain for the second wicket Shan Massoud, who was fired shortly after scoring a well-earned 57 points.
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Pakistan face pressure on Day 2 of the second Test
Bangladesh came back into the game. Pakistan found themselves at 229 for the loss of six wickets after 71 overs in their first innings. Despite starting the day in a strong position for Pakistan, the Bangladeshi bowlers upset Pakistan’s batting chart by scoring in both sets.
Currently, the pressure on Pakistan is increasing. Having suffered a crushing defeat by 10 wickets in the first Test of the two-match series, Pakistan are desperate for a comeback. Even if they fail to win the series, the draw remains salvageable. A win in the second Test will help restore some pride and balance the series.
With Pakistan needing a strong performance to level the series, the focus is on the lower-order batting to push the innings forward and give their bowlers a competitive total to defend.
