Mominul Haque’s elegant century was the standout feature of Bangladesh’s resilient batting display on the fourth day of the second Test against India. Despite losing three key wickets in the morning session, the experienced opener stood tall, guiding his team through a challenging period.
After a delayed start due to inclement weather, the hosts began the day with a renewed sense of purpose. Jasprit Bumrah and Akash Deep, with their deceptive swing, troubled the Bangladeshi batsmen early on. However, Mominul Haque remained unperturbed, showcasing his exceptional technique and temperament.
Unfortunately, Mushfiqur Rahim fell victim to a sharp delivery from Bumrah, providing India with an early breakthrough. Litton Das, who came in to bat, initially looked aggressive, striking three boundaries in an over. However, his intent got the better of him, and he was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj. Shakib Al Hasan also departed soon after, caught by Siraj in a stunning one-handed catch.
Amidst the flurry of wickets, Mominul Haque continued to anchor the innings. His positive approach and solid strokeplay kept the scoreboard moving. While the pitch became more conducive to batting as the day progressed, Bangladesh’s other batsmen struggled to match his consistency.
At stumps, Bangladesh were 205/6, with Mominul Haque unbeaten on 102. His innings provided a glimmer of hope for the visitors as they look to salvage a result in this crucial Test match.
