Sylhet:In a bid to level the two-match series against the West Indies, Bangladesh faces an uphill task as they are set a target of 369 runs to win the second and final Test at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. This target poses a significant challenge, as Bangladesh has never successfully chased more than 215 runs in the fourth innings of a Test match, a feat they last achieved against the West Indies in 2009.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the West Indies declared their second innings at 398-6 after batting for one hour on Day 5, leaving Bangladesh with two and a half sessions to secure a victory. The West Indies began the day at 345-3, with Kavem Hodge, the overnight unbeaten batter, adding just two runs before being dismissed for 142. Amir Jangoo, who scored 133 in the first innings, remained not out on 39.
Bangladesh's spinners quickly took crucial wickets to curtail the West Indies' run-scoring efforts. Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz shared six wickets, each taking two.
Earlier in the match, the West Indies were bowled out for 356 in their first innings, with Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud claiming 6-90. Towhid Hridoy then played a pivotal role for Bangladesh, scoring an unbeaten 242 to lead his team to 386, establishing a 30-run lead.