The third day of the Mirpur Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan reached an abrupt conclusion as heavy rain forced an early tea break and subsequent suspension of play. At the time of the stoppage, Pakistan had reached 349 for 6 in 89.4 overs, trailing Bangladesh’s first-innings total of 413 by 64 runs. The inclement weather arrived moments after the dismissal of Mohammad Rizwan, who had played a pivotal role in stabilising the visitors’ innings.
Middle-Order Recovery and Rizwan’s Exit
Following a period where Pakistan struggled at 230 for 5, a resilient sixth-wicket partnership between Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Rizwan shifted the momentum. The duo added 119 runs off 157 deliveries, successfully navigating a period of intense pressure from the Bangladeshi bowlers.
Salman Ali Agha reached his 11th Test half-century in 78 balls, while Rizwan played with notable aggression, compiling his 13th career fifty in just 68 balls. The partnership was eventually broken in the 90th over by spinner Taijul Islam. Attempting to loft a delivery over the infield, Rizwan misjudged the flight and was caught by Mahmudul Hasan Joy. Rizwan departed for 59 runs off 79 deliveries.
Session Breakdown and Statistics
The third day began with significant dominance from the Bangladeshi bowling attack. Taskin Ahmed and Mehidy Hasan Miraz shared four wickets during the morning session, conceding only 72 runs in 25 overs. Taskin secured a milestone by dismissing centurion Azan Awais for 104, marking his 50th Test wicket.
| Category | Statistical Details |
| Bangladesh 1st Innings Total | 413 All Out |
| Pakistan 1st Innings (Current) | 349/6 (89.4 Overs) |
| Key Partnership (6th Wicket) | 119 runs (Salman & Rizwan) |
| Trailing Margin | 64 runs |
| Taskin Ahmed Milestone | 50 Career Test Wickets |
| Azan Awais Performance | 104 runs (Century on Debut) |
Context: Second Day Recap
Bangladesh had initially established a strong position with a total of 413, aided by Mushfiqur Rahim’s record-breaking 71 runs and a brisk 28 from Taskin Ahmed. Pakistan’s response on the second day was led by debutant Azan Awais, who finished the day unbeaten on 85, and Abdullah Fazal (37*). Despite several dropped catches by the Bangladeshi fielders, the home side reclaimed control during the third day’s opening session before the rain intervened.
With Salman Ali Agha still at the crease, Pakistan remains within striking distance of the Bangladeshi total, though the match’s progression remains dependent on weather conditions at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.