BAN vs ZIM 2025, 1st Test Day 2 Review: Sean Williams, Brian Bennett help Zimbabwe take crucial first innings lead

In the first Test match at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet, Zimbabwe is playing well against the hosts, Bangladesh. On the second day, Brian Bennett and Sean Williams’ conscientious half-century put the visitors ahead by 82 runs. In order to give the squad the much-needed advantage in the opening game, the batting order did their best.

Zimbabwe’s opening batsmen opened day two at 67/0 in 14.1 overs.

Ben Curran was soon removed by Nahid Rana, marking a significant turning point for the home team.

Brian Bennett trailed his opening partner to the pavilion following four overs.

Zimbabwe was reduced to 88-3 in 21.3 overs when Nick Welch was removed for just two runs.

Craig Ervine lost his wicket on eight runs after he and Williams had partnered for 41 runs. Madhevere, who scored 24 runs off 33 balls, was a good compliment to Williams. Together, they established a solid 48-run partnership. Zimbabwe was able to grab the initiative and put Bangladesh on the defensive because to these little alliances. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Nahid Rana both took five and three wickets, respectively, and were excellent with the ball.

They were able to prevent Zimbabwe from getting more runs by taking wickets often. With Mominul Haque and Mahmudul Hasan Joy at the crease, Bangladesh is behind by 25 runs at the end of the day. Muzarabani defeated Shadman Islam by four runs. Bangladesh will need to score a high total to defend in the second innings as the game has reached an intriguing point.

Given Zimbabwe’s recent performance, it will be difficult for the hosts to defend if they score less than 200 runs. Additionally, both teams will be able to continue playing if early wickets are taken.