Murad and Taijul Shine with Four Wickets Each as Bangladesh Achieves 2-0 Series Sweep

Bangladesh’s cricket team achieved a remarkable feat by completing a 2-0 series sweep against Ireland. This victory was marked by outstanding performances from Hasan Murad and Taijul Islam, both of whom took four wickets in the match.

Match Summary

The final test match showcased Bangladesh’s dominance. They posted an impressive total of 476 runs in their first innings. Key contributions came from Litton Das, who scored 128 runs, and Mushfiqur Rahim, who added 106 runs to the total. Ireland struggled to contain the Bangladeshi batsmen, with Andy McBrine being the standout bowler, taking six wickets for 109 runs.

Bangladesh’s Second Innings

In their second innings, Bangladesh declared at 297 for 4. Mominul Haque and Shadman Islam were instrumental in building a substantial lead, scoring 87 and 78 runs, respectively. Despite a spirited effort from the Irish bowlers, particularly Gavin Hoey, who took two wickets for 84 runs, Bangladesh set a formidable target.

Ireland’s Response

Chasing 217 runs, Ireland faced a tough challenge. They managed 265 runs in their first innings, with Lorcan Tucker being the top scorer at 75 runs. Jordan Neill also contributed with 49 runs, but Taijul Islam’s impressive bowling, claiming four wickets for 76 runs, proved decisive.

In the second innings, Ireland scored 291 runs. Curtis Campher’s unbeaten 71 and Harry Tector’s 50 gave Ireland hope, but they fell short as Hasan Murad claimed four wickets for 44 runs, while Taijul Islam took another four wickets, ending with figures of 4 for 104. This collective effort led to Bangladesh winning by 217 runs.

Key Performers

• Bangladesh: Litton Das (128 runs), Mushfiqur Rahim (106 runs), Taijul Islam (4 wickets in each innings).
• Ireland: Andy McBrine (6 wickets in the first innings), Lorcan Tucker (75 runs), Curtis Campher (71* runs).

This series not only highlights Bangladesh’s growing prowess in Test cricket but also sets the stage for their future endeavors on the international stage.