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Bangladesh vs Afghanistan One-off Test Full Commentary
Result · Oct 09 2026, Fri - 11:30 AM (IST)
AFG 240/10, 346/8 (142.0)
BAN 346/10, 372/7 (105.2)
Day 5: Afghanistan drew with Bangladesh
CRR:2.44
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We are back for Afghanistan's response with the bat! The players are already out in the middle. Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik are the two openers. Hasan Mahmud has the new red cherry in his hand and is raring to go. Here we go...
... SECOND INNINGS ...
Top effort with the ball - Afghanistan's bowlers bounced back well after Bangladesh's strong start, picking up wickets at regular intervals to keep the total in check. Mohammad Saleem led the attack with four wickets, while Yamin Ahmadzai picked up a three-fer. Ismat Alam claimed two wickets, while Qais Ahmad chipped in with one as Afghanistan capitalised on Bangladesh's middle-order collapse to keep them 14 runs below the venue's average first-innings total. The bowlers have done their job, and now it's up to the batters to build on that effort and ensure their hard work does not go to waste. Join us in a bit for Afghanistan's reply.
Bangladesh's final push - Bangladesh added 29 runs to their overnight score before being bowled out, with Nayeem Hasan's 35*, his highest Test score, pushing them past the 340-run mark. Tanzid Hasan's 83 off 71 balls provided the early impetus, while Shadman Islam and Litton Das chipped in with half-centuries. Mominul Haque and Najmul Hossain Shanto also made useful contributions, but Bangladesh lost wickets at regular intervals after their strong start and could not quite make the most of the platform they had built.
OUT! TAKEN! Yamin Ahmadzai wraps things up here. Bangladesh have been bowled out for 346! This is full and on middle, shaping away a bit. Ebadot Hossain just keeps his bat in front of him but gets squared up. It takes the leading edge and lobs up towards backward point, where Zia-ur-Rehman dives forward to take a fine catch.
Bangs this into the pitch, on middle, Nayeem Hasan pulls it away to deep square leg for a single. He almost runs into the bowler, but no harm done.
Close call! Fuller and on middle, shaping away, Nayeem Hasan tucks it towards deep mid-wicket and calls for 'two' straight away, but Ebadot Hossain is a bit late to turn around. The throw comes in at the bowler's end and misses the stumps by a whisker. A direct hit, and Ebadot was a goner.
On a length and on middle, Ebadot Hossain stays back and keeps it out.
Short of a length and on off, Nayeem Hasan punches it towards point for a single.
Hard length and around leg, Nayeem Hasan nudges it off his hips towards fine leg and comes back for the second run.
Much fuller, on middle, shaping in, Nayeem Hasan tucks it to short mid-wicket.
Back of a length and on middle, jags back in, Nayeem Hasan hops up and pats it down the pitch.
A bouncer at 140.7 kph, on middle, Nayeem Hasan sways away from it.
Much fuller, outside off, Ebadot Hossain offers no shot at it.
Good length and on off, shaping away, Ebadot Hossain leaves it alone as the ball dies on the keeper.
Pitched up and around off, Nayeem Hasan pushes it through cover-point for a single.
FOUR! Gets it away! Fuller delivery, outside off, shaping away. Nayeem Hasan extends his arms and squeezes it away through backward point for a boundary.
On a length and on off, Nayeem Hasan guides it to point.
Bangs in a bouncer, around off, Nayeem Hasan sways away from it.
Tries the yorker, on middle, dipping in late. Ebadot Hossain gets his bat down, takes it on the full to dig it out. A maiden-wicket over.
Good length, on middle, Ebadot Hossain just hangs his bat in front and steers it to point.
A bumper to welcome the new batter, on middle, Ebadot Hossain lets it go.
Ebadot Hossain is the last man in.
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Excellent review from Afghanistan. Mohammad Saleem lands this short of a length, just around leg. Taijul Islam gets inside the line to hook it away but it looks like he misses it. Ikram Alikhil, the keeper, grabs it behind the stumps and appeals, backed by the bowler, but the umpire says no. However, Afghanistan take the review here, with the keeper appearing very convinced. And why not? Because UltraEdge shows a small spike when the ball is next to the gloves. The on-field call is overturned to Out. Bangladesh are 335/9 now.
Fuller delivery, on off, shaping in. Taijul Islam without moving his feet, tries to push it away but gets an inside edge onto his pads.
A quick and sharp bouncer, on middle, Taijul Islam sways away from it.
Comes around the wicket, serves this full again and outside off, shaping it away. Taijul Islam throws his hands at it and slices it. It goes in the air but drops in front of point, where the fielder dives to his left to make a good half-stop. They cross.
Goes fuller and around off, angling away. Taijul Islam reaches out and taps it to cover.
Short of a length and on middle, Nayeem Hasan pulls it away to deep square leg for a run.
Pitched up, on off, Nayeem Hasan steps across and blocks it out.
Welcome back for the Bangladesh's reply. The umpires and the players are out in the middle. Shadman Islam and Tanzid Hasan open up for Bangladesh. Yamin Ahmadzai has the new ball in hand and is raring to go. Let's play...
... THIRD INNINGS ...
Captain’s solitary ton - Through the chaos of falling wickets at the other end, Rahmat Shah stood tall, compiling a magnificent unbeaten 105 to become the first Afghan cricketer to score a Test century on captaincy debut. Bangladesh wrapped up the innings when Ebadot Hossain claimed his fourth wicket by having Mohammad Saleem Safi caught behind, ending Afghanistan’s innings on 240 in 89.1 overs. With a vital first-innings lead of 106 runs in hand, Bangladesh head into their second dig holding the upper hand. Stay tuned for Bangladesh's innings in a short while...
Hasan Mahmud’s new-ball blitz - The game swung dramatically on Day 3 once Bangladesh took the second new ball. Ebadot Hossain broke the stubborn stand by pegging back Ikram’s stumps, opening the floodgates for an unplayable spell from Hasan Mahmud. Generating sharp nip and seam movement, Hasan claimed a historic hat-trick, becoming the first Bangladeshi fast bowler to achieve the feat in Tests, and completed a sensational five-wicket haul (5/55) to shred the lower order.
Fighting partnerships lead the recovery - Afghanistan showed tremendous grit after losing early wickets, relying on Abdul Malik’s resolute 62 and a sturdy 70-run stand with skipper Rahmat Shah to steady the ship. Even after Bangladesh struck back with two quick blows after Tea on Day 2, Rahmat found another determined ally in Ikram Alikhil. The pair absorbed relentless pressure from the spinners, putting on 80 valuable runs to see Afghanistan safely through to stumps.
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Ebadot Hossain finishes things off. A tad fuller, outside off, shaping away. Mohammad Saleem has a poke at it but gets a faint edge, and Litton Das completes the catch behind the stumps. Afghanistan are all out for 240, and they have given Bangladesh a lead of 106 runs.
FOUR MORE! Back-to-back boundaries from Rahmat! Fullish and outside off, Rahmat Shah leans on and cracks a drive through covers for yet another boundary.
FOUR! Hundred up for Rahmat Shah! What an innings this has been from Rahmat. Back of a length, on leg, Rahmat Shah swivels and pulls it magnificently through backward square leg for a boundary. His 4th hundred in the Tests.
Angling in, on off, Rahmat Shah punches it to cover.
SIX! Rahmat Shah shoes some aggression! Full and outside off, Rahmat latches onto it and powers it high and over long off for a huge six.
Tight leave! Back of a length, just outside off, Rahmat Shah reads it well and makes a tight leave.
Hits the deck hard, on off, Rahmat Shah blocks it back to the bowler.
Nice and full, on off, Rahmat Shah drives it through covers for a single.
Shaping away, outside off, Rahmat Shah shoulders arms at it.
Keeps it full, on off, Rahmat Shah eases it to cover.
Much fuller, on off, Rahmat Shah eases it to cover.
Too full, on off, Rahmat Shah pushes it to point.
Angling in, on off, Rahmat Shah guides it through backward point for a brace. He moves to 90 now.
Fullish, outside off, Mohammad Saleem looks to block it but misses. A stifled appeal for caught behind but nothing from the umpire.
Back of a length, outside off, Mohammad Saleem leaves it alone.
Afghanistan are down to their last wicket now. They still trail by 123 runs. Mohammad Saleem is the last batter.
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! A five-wicket haul for Hasan Mahmud. Full and outside off, shaping away. Yamin Ahmadzai has a poke at it but misses. Gets a faint edge as the ball carries towards the keeper, Litton Das, who takes the catch. A loud appeal and the finger goes up. Yamin Ahmadzai refers and Ultra Edge shows a spike. The onfield decision stands.
Good length, on off, Yamin Ahmadzai blocks it to mid off.
Shaping in, on leg, Rahmat Shah tucks it through square leg for a single.
Nice and full, on off, Rahmat Shah blocks it to cover.
Angling in, on off, Rahmat Shah punches it to cover. It's a No Ball for overstepping.
Back of a length, outside off, Yamin Ahmadzai leaves it alone.
Fullish, on off, Yamin Ahmadzai eases it to mid off.
Hits the deck hard, outside off, Yamin Ahmadzai shoulders arms at it.
Another swing and a miss! Full and way outside off, Yamin Ahmadzai tries to drive it but misses.
Welcome back for the final innings. The umpires are out in the middle. Bangladesh players are seen in a huddle near the ropes before they take their respective field positions. Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik open up for Afghanistan. Hasan Mahmud has the new ball in hand and is raring to go. Let's play...
... FOURTH INNINGS ...
The declaration - The punishment continued after lunch as both batters soaked in their personal milestones. Mehidy reached a solid half-century, while Litton brought up a sensational century with crisp, elegant strokeplay. As soon as Litton Das fell, Bangladesh immediately declared their innings at 372/7 with a mammoth lead of 478 runs, setting Afghanistan an improbable target of 479 runs to chase down. Can Afghanistan come up with a record chase? Or will Bangladesh continue to dominate with the ball? We shall fine out soon. Stay tuned for the Afghanistan innings in a short while...
Costly drops and morning dominance - Day 4 morning belonged entirely to Litton Das and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who completely took the game away from Afghanistan. It was a session filled with frustration for the bowling side, as dropped catches, injured fingers, and an unreviewed inside edge offered vital lifelines to both batters. Litton and Mehidy capitalized ruthlessly, batting right through the morning session without losing a wicket to push the lead well past 400.
Shanto and Mushfiqur lay the foundation - Bangladesh's second innings was built on pure authority and resilience. After losing Tanzid Hasan Tamim early on Day 3, skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (82) and veteran Mushfiqur Rahim (81) took control with a commanding 159-run partnership. Even though a late collapse triggered by Zia-ur-Rehman and Qais Ahmad saw three wickets tumble just before stumps, the platform had already been firmly laid for the visitors.
OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Mohammad Saleem bangs it short, on leg, Litton Das looks to pull it but misses. Gets a faint edge as the ball lobs to the left of the keeper, Ikram Alikhil, who takes a good catch over his head. With this, Bangladesh have declared at 372/7, with a massive lead of 478 runs!
Good length, on leg, Mehidy Hasan Miraz tucks it through square leg for a single.
Fullish, on leg, Litton Das flicks it to the fielder at backward square leg.
FOUR! HUNDRED UP FOR LITTON DAS! This is his 7th Test hundred. Back of a length, outside off, Litton Das picks it up well and guides it through backward point for a boundary. He has been scintillating throughout his stay.
Keeps it full, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz taps it to cover for a single.
Flatter, outside off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it to point.
Fired in, on middle, Mehidy Hasan Miraz blocks it back to the bowler.
Much fuller, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it to cover.
FOUR! Litton Das moves to 98 now! Back of a length, on middle and leg, Litton Das latches onto it and pulls it powerfully through square leg for a boundary.
Fifty up for Mehidy Hasan Miraz! This is his 11th Test fifty. Back of a length, on leg, Mehidy punches it through covers for a single.
Back of a length, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz punches it to cover.
A tad fuller, on leg, Litton Das tucks it to mid-wicket for a single.
Short and wide, Litton Das leaves it alone.
Bangs it short, outside off, Litton Das leaves it alone.
Nice and full, outside off, Litton Das pushes it to cover for a single.
Keeps it full, on leg, Litton Das blocks it to mid off.
Much fuller, outside off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it through covers for a single. He moves to 49 now.
Nice and full, outside off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it through covers for a single.
Fullish, outside off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it to point.
Flatter, on leg, Litton Das flicks it to fine leg for a single.
Angling in, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz punches it through covers for a brace.
Fullish, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz taps it to cover.
Slightly shorter, on leg, Litton Das tugs it to mid-wicket for a single.
Back of a length, on leg, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pulls it through backward square leg for a single.
A tad fuller, on off, Mehidy Hasan Miraz pushes it back to the bowler.
A five-day battle ends all square - That brings us to the end of this fascinating five-day Test, with Afghanistan showing tremendous resilience to hold on for a draw. Both teams have had their moments, and the captains, Rahmat Shah and Najmul Hossain Shanto, now come together to share the trophy and cheque after a hard-fought contest. The players from both sides pose for pictures together behind the 'Winners' banner. The focus will now shift to the ODI Tri-Nation Series in the UAE, featuring Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Zimbabwe. Bangladesh will kick off the series against Zimbabwe on Saturday, 17 October, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, with the match scheduled to begin at 12 pm GMT. Make sure to join us early for all the build-up. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
The skipper of Afghanistan - Rahmat Shah says this hard-fought draw against Bangladesh feels like a winning moment, praising his team's resilience with both bat and ball across the five days. He explains that the players stuck to their plans, understanding when to score runs and when to spend time at the crease, which ultimately helped them secure the result. He also praises Sediqullah Atal for his temperament and maturity, noting how the youngster followed the team's requirements and delivered when it mattered most. Reflecting on his own century on his debut as Afghanistan's captain, Rahmat says assessing the conditions, reading the opposition's field placements and adjusting his footwork were crucial to finding gaps, scoring runs and making the most of his opportunities.
The captain of Bangladesh - Najmul Hossain Shanto says that it's a bit disappointing but Afghanistan played really well. He reckons that their pacers were good but he hoped for their spinners to do a bit more. He says that they will take learnings from this game and keep on improving. Shanto further says that this match was important as Litton got back in form and that he has been outstanding behind the wickets and he is a key player for their side. He ends by saying that their pacers are doing a great job and that they will keep on improving.
PLAYER OF THE MATCH - Litton Das wins the award for his record-breaking Test match. He scored 53 in the first innings and followed it up with a hundred, making 102 in the second innings. He was also involved in 9 dismissals behind the stumps, showing incredible glovework. Litton says it was tough to play in such hot conditions, but he said to himself that he needed to focus and conserve energy. He reckons that they wanted to win the match, but the Afghans played really well. Das adds that he was relieved when he got off the mark and played with confidence. He ends by saying that the wicket was flat and that the second catch in the hat-trick was a special one for him.
Presentation Time...
Atal's marathon knock headlines the final day - Afghanistan walked into the final day with one job - survive - and they delivered an extraordinary rearguard effort to secure a remarkable draw. Sediqullah Atal led the resistance with a marathon 111 off 332 balls, while Hashmatullah Shahidi was forced to retire hurt after being struck. Ikram Alikhil's valuable 33 further frustrated Bangladesh before Qais Ahmad held his nerve alongside Ziaur Rahman to see Afghanistan through. Bangladesh had their opportunities, but Litton Das missed a stumping when Atal was on 70, while two missed run-out chances in the final session proved costly. Despite Litton's record-breaking feat of being the first wicketkeeper to register nine dismissals alongside a fifty and a hundred in the same Test, Bangladesh's missed chances ultimately denied them victory, as Afghanistan completed a memorable escape.
Litton's hundred puts Bangladesh in command - Litton Das took centre stage with a fluent 102 off 117 balls, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz remained unbeaten on 52 as Bangladesh declared at 372/7. Shanto's 82 and Rahim's 81 had earlier provided the backbone of the innings, allowing the hosts to set Afghanistan a formidable target of 479. The visitors' chase began poorly, with Ebadot Hossain dismissing Abdul Malik, while Hasan Mahmud removed Shahidullah Kamal. However, Afghanistan showed resilience through Rahmat, who scored 51, and Sediqullah Atal, who dug in for an unbeaten 35 off 126 balls. At Stumps, Afghanistan were 132/3, needing another 347 runs for victory, with Hashmatullah Shahidi unbeaten on 19 alongside Atal.
A historic century overshadowed by a hat-trick - Rahmat Shah produced a magnificent 105 to become the first Afghan batter to score a Test century on his captaincy debut, guiding his side to 240 in their first innings. Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud claimed a five-wicket haul and became the first-ever bowler from his country to take a Test hat-trick, while Ebadot Hossain took four, as Afghanistan's lower order collapsed, including four ducks after Rahmat's dismissal. Bangladesh then strengthened their position through a determined second-innings effort. Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim built a crucial partnership, scoring 82 and 81 respectively, to steady the innings after early wickets. Their contributions laid the foundation for a commanding lead as Bangladesh looked to set Afghanistan a daunting fourth-innings target.
Rahmat Shah leads a resilient reply - Bangladesh added 29 runs to their overnight total before being bowled out for 346, with Nayeem Hasan finishing unbeaten on 35. Afghanistan responded positively, as Abdul Malik struck a maiden Test fifty and shared a valuable 70-run partnership with Rahmat Shah. Malik made 62 before falling, but Rahmat continued to anchor the innings, finding an able partner in Ikram Alikhil. The pair frustrated Bangladesh with a patient, unbeaten stand of 80 runs, taking Afghanistan to 211/4 at Stumps. Rahmat was unbeaten on 84, with Alikhil on 32, leaving the hosts trailing by 135 runs and firmly in the contest.
Tanzid and Shadman set the tone - Bangladesh dominated the opening session after electing to bat, with Tanzid Hasan leading the charge in an opening stand worth 124 runs with Shadman Islam. Tanzid smashed 83 off just 71 balls, while Shadman contributed 67, but Afghanistan's seamers fought back to prevent the hosts from building on their strong start. Mohammad Saleem claimed four wickets, including those of Shadman and Litton Das, who scored 53, as Bangladesh slipped from a commanding position. At Stumps, the hosts reached 317/8, with Nayeem Hasan unbeaten on 11 and Taijul Islam alongside him.
An unbelievable Afghan fightback - Afghanistan have eked out an unthinkable draw after batting for 142 overs, showing incredible resilience to survive the final day and deny Bangladesh. It got increasingly nervy towards the finish, but Qais Ahmad kept his composure under immense pressure to see Afghanistan over the line. This draw will feel every bit like a win for Afghanistan and a missed opportunity for Bangladesh, who will rue several dropped chances in the final session. They had their openings, but could not capitalise, allowing Afghanistan to pull off a remarkable escape.
SIX! What a way to finish the Test! Taijul Islam gives this some more air, full and on middle. Qais Ahmad clears his front leg away and heaves it over the deep mid-wicket fence for a biggie. He shares a warm hug with his partner at the other end, and this has been a monumental effort from the Afghans. THE TEST MATCH ENDS IN A DRAW!
Short again, on off, Qais Ahmad punches it to short cover again. Claps all around as Afghanistan know they have done it.
Drops it short, around off, Qais Ahmad stays back and stabs it out to short cover. Two balls to survive now.
Flighted, full and on middle, Qais Ahmad defends it on the front foot.
SIX! That's some shot under the circumstances! Floated, full and around middle. Qais Ahmad hits through the line, dispatching it over the bowler's head for a biggie.
Tossed up, full and on middle, Qais Ahmad tucks it to short mid-wicket.
Final over of the Test coming up now.
Quicke, full and on middle, Zia-ur-Rehman strides out to push it but gets an inside edge to square leg.
Slows it up, full and on off, Zia-ur-Rehman lunges out and dead-bats it.
A bit short, turning down the leg side, Zia-ur-Rehman leaves it alone.
Tossed up, full and on off, Zia-ur-Rehman defends it on the front foot.
Floated, full and on middle, Zia-ur-Rehman prods forward and blocks it out.
Flatter, short and on leg, Zia-ur-Rehman pats it to shrot leg.
We will get maybe a couple of more overs, as there are still 5 minutes left to the cut-off time, which is 1.10 pm GMT. Zia-ur-Rehman pulls out late, with some movement around the sighing screen.
Too full, on off, Qais Ahmad lunges and blocks it to mid off.
An arm ball, on off, Qais Ahmad punches it to cover.
Much fuller, on middle, Qais Ahmad blocks it back to the bowler.
A full toss, down the leg side, Qais Ahmad goes down on one knee and looks to slog it but wears it on his pads. An appeal but turned down. It was going down leg.
Qais Ahmad is on the ground, struggling with some cramps. He went down like someone had shot him in the leg, and we have seen it before. Remember Gulbadin Naib in the 2024 T20 World Cup against Bangladesh. Qais is receiving a bit of a massage, but more importantly, eating up valuable time. All good to go again.