Sylhet:Kavem Hodge delivered an impressive century performance, positioning the West Indies in a strong position against Bangladesh in the second and final cricket Test at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The visitors are now on the verge of a series sweep.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Hodge scored an unbeaten 140, with support from Kevin Wickham's 78 and Brandon King's 61, leading the West Indies to 345-3 by the end of Day 4. This extended their overall lead to 315 runs, putting them in control with just one day remaining.
The West Indies resumed their second innings at 7 without loss, overcoming a 30-run deficit from the first innings. King and Joshua Da Silva initially built a solid opening partnership of 85 runs. However, Taijul Islam broke the stand by dismissing Da Silva for 36. King continued to play fluently until he was removed by Mehidy Hasan Miraz after scoring 61.
Despite these setbacks, Hodge and debutant Wickham took control, adding 131 runs for the third wicket. Wickham achieved his second half-century of the match before being caught and bowled by Taijul for 78. Meanwhile, Hodge reached his third Test century, ending the day unbeaten alongside Amir Jangoo, who was on 20.
Earlier in the match, Hasan Mahmud's 6-90 helped Bangladesh dismiss West Indies for 356 in the first innings. Bangladesh then took a 30-run lead with Towhid Hridoy's remarkable 242 not out, scoring 386 in response. With bad light ending the day's play, Bangladesh faces a significant challenge on the final day.