Bangladesh Eyes Victory Over Afghanistan After Litton Das Century

ABU DHABI: Bangladesh is on the brink of a significant victory against Afghanistan in their one-off Test match, bolstered by a stellar century from Litton Das, who scored 102 runs, leading his team to declare at 372-7 on day four.

With a target of 479 runs set for Afghanistan, Bangladesh capitalized on a 106-run first-innings lead. Litton’s impressive performance marks his seventh Test century, showcasing his pivotal role in the match. As Afghanistan ended the day at 132-3, Sediqullah Atal and Hashmatullah Shahidi were at the crease, contributing 35 and 19 runs, respectively.

The match’s dynamics shifted early when Bangladesh’s Ebadot Hossain dismissed Abdul Malik for just two runs in the second over. Hasan Mahmud, who previously took a hat-trick in the first innings, continued to apply pressure by claiming the wicket of Shahidullah Kamal for 19. Rahmat Shah, who scored a century in Afghanistan’s first innings, managed a resilient 51 runs before being caught behind by Litton, who has now recorded eight dismissals in the match.

As the pitch deteriorates, Bangladesh’s bowlers are expected to exploit the conditions to secure a win on the final day. The team’s focus will be on maintaining their momentum and closing out the match effectively against a determined Afghan side.