Nahid Rana Leads Bangladesh to Victory Over Pakistan in 1st Test

May 12, 2026

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May 12, 2026 12:30

Nahid Rana stars as Bangladesh beat Pakistan in 1st Test thriller

## Bangladesh Triumphs in Dhaka

Bangladesh secured a thrilling 104-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test match in Dhaka, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The match, affected by rain, concluded with a dramatic final day.

## Rana's Stellar Performance

Pace bowler Nahid Rana was the star of the match, claiming five wickets for 40 runs. His performance was crucial in dismantling Pakistan's batting lineup, which collapsed from 119-3 to 163 all out while chasing a target of 268.

## Key Contributions

Debutant Abdullah Fazal was a standout for Pakistan, scoring 66 runs and forming a 51-run partnership with Salman Agha, who added 26. Despite their efforts, Bangladesh's bowlers, including Taskin Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, proved too strong.

## Bangladesh's Batting Highlights

Najmul Hossain Shanto played a pivotal role with the bat, scoring 87 in the second innings and 101 in the first, helping Bangladesh post 413 initially. Pakistan responded with 386, with Mehidy Hasan taking five wickets.

## Looking Ahead

The second Test is set to begin on Saturday in Sylhet, where Bangladesh will aim to clinch the series.

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