Dhaka:Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy has expressed confidence in his team's ability to chase down a target of over 350 runs on the final day of the second Test against the West Indies, aiming to level the series.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the West Indies posed a formidable challenge to Bangladesh by reaching 345-3 at stumps on Day 4, securing a lead of 315 runs. This strong performance has put the West Indies in a commanding position, making them the only team realistically in contention for a victory.
Despite the challenging scenario, Hridoy remains optimistic about the chase. He emphasized the importance of a solid start, stating, "The start will be very important. If we can start well, I think a target of 350 is achievable. But first, we have to see how many runs they score and then plan accordingly."
Earlier in the match, the West Indies scored 356 in their first innings, putting Bangladesh in a difficult spot at 184-7. However, Hridoy's remarkable innings of 242 not out, supported by lower-order contributions from Taijul Islam and Taskin Ahmed, helped Bangladesh gain a narrow 30-run lead. Unfortunately, on Day 4, Bangladesh's bowlers struggled to make an impact on a lifeless pitch, allowing the West Indies to regain control.
Reflecting on his impressive performance, Hridoy commented, "I didn't think about whom I was surpassing or what I might achieve. I just tried to fight as much as possible to take the team to a good position." He added that he was focused on contributing to the team's success, as he was having a good day with the bat and feeling confident.