Sports · 2026-10-28 · Afternoon briefing
Shadman's 99 puts Bangladesh in charge vs West Indies
Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam was left stranded on 99 not out as bad light ended the first day of the opening Test against the West Indies in Mirpur. His 219-ball innings guided the hosts to a total of 213-3 after 74 overs were bowled, putting them in a strong position.
The hosts recovered from early setbacks after West Indies spinner Jomel Warrican took two wickets, including captain Najmul Hossain Shanto for 19. Shadman steadied the innings with an 88-run partnership with Towhid Hridoy, before Hridoy was forced to retire hurt with cramps on 42.
The left-hander will resume play needing a single run to complete what would be only his third century in 32 Test appearances. Bangladesh's batting coach, Mohammad Salahuddin, noted the entire team was "nervous" as the opener approached the milestone before play was halted.
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- Bad light frustrates Shadman Islam on 99 as Bangladesh reaches 213-3 in 1st test vs West Indies
- Shadman and Hridoy take Bangladesh forward after Warrican double-strike
- Shadman’s unbeaten 99 puts Bangladesh in control against West Indies
- Shadman Left Stranded on 99 as Bangladesh Take Control Against West Indies
- Shadman stranded on 99 as Bangladesh dominate opening day
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