Abu Dhabi:Afghanistan reached 34-1 by lunch on Day 2 of the one-off Test against Bangladesh, held at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in the United Arab Emirates.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Bangladesh was bowled out for 346 in their first innings, adding 29 runs to their overnight total. Nayeem Hasan made a notable contribution by remaining unbeaten on 35. Mohammad Saleem was instrumental in Afghanistan's bowling attack with figures of 4-82, including the dismissal of Taijul Islam for 9, while Yamin Ahmadzai took 3-79, including Ebadot Hossain for a duck.
Half-centuries from Tanzid Hasan Tamim (83), Shadman Islam (67), and Liton Das (53) provided Bangladesh with a strong foundation, helping them approach the 350-run mark.
In response, Afghanistan's openers started cautiously. Bangladesh had to wait 11 overs before Hasan Mahmud took the first wicket, dismissing Sediqullah Atal for 17. By the first interval, Abdul Malik was at the crease with 15 runs, alongside Shahidullah on 2.