BAN vs PAK Highlights, 1st test Day 1: Bangladesh finish day one at 301/4 after Shanto's century
THE TIMES OF INDIA | May 09, 2026, 17:13:53 IST
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BAN vs PAK Highlights, 1st test Day 1: Bangladesh finish day one at 301/4 after Shanto's century

BAN vs PAK Highlights, 1st test Day 1: Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto hit an attacking century as Bangladesh recovered from a shaky start to post 301-4 on the opening day of the first Test against Pakistan on Friday. Shanto struck his ninth Test hundred off just 129 balls with the help of 12 fours and two sixes to delight the home fans at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.

The in-form batsman steadied the innings after Bangladesh were reduced to 31-2 inside 11 overs, before falling lbw to seamer Mohammad Abbas.

The left-handed pair of Shanto (101) and Mominul Haque put on 170 runs off 257 balls for the third wicket, the highest partnership for that wicket against Pakistan and the third highest overall for Bangladesh.

Mominul praised Shanto, saying it was among his best knocks.

"Shanto's innings is one of the best I have seen from him. He is in outstanding form," Mominul said.
13:15 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 5/0 (0.6 overs)
Score after 1 over 5 - 0
Runs Scored: 0
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  • Azan Awais 3 (5)
  • Imam-ul-Haq 1 (2)
Taskin Ahmed1-0-5-0
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Overs0.6
Score5 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Azan Awais, Keeps it full, on off, Azan Awais pushes it to the fielder at mid off.

13:14 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 5/0 (0.5 overs)
2
Overs0.5
Score5 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Azan Awais, Length, just outside off, Azan Awais drives it through covers for a brace. Good running between the wickets.

13:14 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 3/0 (0.4 overs)
1
Overs0.4
Score3 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Imam-ul-Haq, Edged, just short! A tad fuller, on off, Imam-ul-Haq looks to block it but gets a thick edge. The ball lands just short of the fielder at third slip, who dives to his left and makes a good stop. Single taken.

13:13 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 2/0 (0.3 overs)
0
Overs0.3
Score2 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Imam-ul-Haq, A yorker, right into the blockhole, Imam-ul-Haq blocks it to the right of the bowler.

13:12 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 2/0 (0.2 overs)
1
Overs0.2
Score2 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Azan Awais, First runs in Test cricket for Azan Awais! Hard length, on middle and leg, Azan Awais tucks it to mid-wicket for a single.

13:11 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 1/0 (0.1 overs)
0
Overs0.1
Score1 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Azan Awais, Good length, just outside off, Azan Awais punches it to point. He wanted a single but Imam-ul-Haq sends him back.

13:10 (IST) May 09
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Score : 1/0 (0.1 overs)
1nb
Overs0.1
Score1 - 0

Taskin Ahmed to Azan Awais, Taskin Ahmed starts with a no ball. Much fuller, outside off, Azan Awais pushes it to the mid off fielder. It's a no ball as Taskin Ahmed has overstepped.

09:18 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Playing XIs
Bangladesh (Playing XI): Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das(w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Ebadot Hossain

Pakistan (Playing XI): Imam-ul-Haq, Azan Awais, Abdullah Fazal, Shan Masood(c), Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Shaheen Afridi, Noman Ali, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Abbas
09:06 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Pakistan wins toss
Pakistan have won the toss and have opted to field to against Bangladesh in the 1st test at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.
09:05 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Squads for 1st Test
Pakistan Squad: Imam-ul-Haq, Azan Awais, Shan Masood(c), Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Khurram Shahzad, Hasan Ali, Amad Butt, Mohammad Abbas, Khurram Shahzad, Ghazi Ghori, Abdullah Fazal

Bangladesh Squad: Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto(c), Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Nahid Rana, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Amite Hasan
08:54 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Live Streaming and Broadcast
In India, the Bangladesh vs Pakistan Test series will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website. There will be no live television broadcast available for the match in India.
08:54 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Pitch Condition, Mirpur
The Mirpur pitch is expected to add another fascinating layer to the contest. Early visuals suggest an uncharacteristically green and grassy surface that could assist fast bowlers during the initial sessions. However, as the match progresses, the pitch is likely to slow down and bring spinners heavily into play, potentially benefiting bowlers like Sajid Khan and Taijul Islam later in the game.
08:53 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: No Babar in 1st test
Currently placed fifth in the World Test Championship standings, Pakistan national cricket team will be aiming for a clean sweep in the two-match series to strengthen their hopes of finishing in the top two. The visitors enjoyed a dominant tour of Bangladesh in 2021, winning both Tests convincingly. However, they head into the series opener this time without star batter Babar Azam, who has been ruled out due to a knee injury. Historically, Bangladesh national cricket team have found it difficult against Pakistan in Test cricket, managing only two wins while suffering 13 defeats, with one match ending in a draw.
08:51 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Battle of WTC
The opening Test of the two-match series between Bangladesh national cricket team and Pakistan national cricket team is set to begin today on May 8 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, marking the start of another crucial battle in the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle.
08:50 (IST) May 08
BAN vs PAK 1st Test: Hello and Welcome
Hello and welcome to the live commentary and updates of Bangladesh vs Pakistan 1st test match at Mirpur, Stay with TOI Sports for live updates from the match.
BAN vs PAK, 1st test Day 1: Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto hit an attacking century as Bangladesh recovered from a shaky start to post 301-4 on the opening day of the first Test against Pakistan on Friday.
Shanto struck his ninth Test hundred off just 129 balls with the help of 12 fours and two sixes to delight the home fans at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.

The in-form batsman steadied the innings after Bangladesh were reduced to 31-2 inside 11 overs, before falling lbw to seamer Mohammad Abbas.

The left-handed pair of Shanto (101) and Mominul Haque put on 170 runs off 257 balls for the third wicket, the highest partnership for that wicket against Pakistan and the third highest overall for Bangladesh.

Mominul praised Shanto, saying it was among his best knocks.

"Shanto's innings is one of the best I have seen from him. He is in outstanding form," Mominul said.