Bangladesh reached 175/2 at stumps on Day 2 after bowling out New Zealand for 328 in the first Test match at the Bay Oval. Mahmudul Hasan Joy and Mominul Haque are at the crease, on 70 and 8 respectively. After adding 43 with Shadman Islam for the opening wicket, Joy added another 104 with Najmul Hossain Shanto (64) to take Bangladesh to a strong position at the close of play.
The Bangladesh bowlers, led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, earlier took five for 70 before lunch to set the tone for the day, on which they dominated in all three sessions. Henry Nicholls was the last to be dismissed, off Mominul Haque for 75. Miraz and Shoriful Islam took three wickets each, while Mominul.
Betway Fantasy Tips
- Expect Bangladesh to get past 400.
- Neil Wagner looked threatening on Day 2, and might end up with a five-wicket haul.
When will Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh start?
Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh will start on 3 January.
Where will Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh be played?
Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh will be played at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.
When will Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh start?
Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh starts at 03:30 AM (IST).
How to watch Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh?
Day 3 of the first Test match between New Zealand and Bangladesh will be available on Amazon Prime Video.