Shakib Envisions Taijul as Bangladesh’s Future Top Test Wicket-Taker
In a significant achievement for Bangladesh cricket, Taijul Islam has become the country’s all-time leading wicket-taker in Test matches. He surpassed the previous record held by Shakib Al Hasan during a match against Ireland.
Taijul Islam’s Remarkable Milestone
Taijul achieved this milestone on the fourth day of the Test match, which took place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. He had already made an impact by taking four wickets on Day 3 and sealed his record by dismissing Andy Balbirnie on Day 4. Over his career, Taijul has taken 249 wickets in just 57 matches, compared to Shakib’s 246 wickets from 71 matches.
Shakib’s Congratulations and Future Predictions
Shakib Al Hasan publicly congratulated Taijul for his achievement and offered his insights on Taijul’s future potential. He expressed confidence that Taijul could reach 400 Test wickets by the end of his cricketing career. In a message posted on Facebook, Shakib noted, “Congratulations Taijul. I can see you getting to 400 Test wickets by the time you finish your career. Good luck.”
Coaching Staff’s Recognition
Bangladesh’s batting coach, Mohammad Ashraful, also praised Taijul’s contributions to the team. He emphasized Taijul’s significance, especially in Asian conditions, and stated, “Taijul is the best now, while Shakib was one of the greatest during his playing days.” Ashraful’s acknowledgment highlights Taijul’s pivotal role within the current squad.
Top Wicket-Takers in Bangladesh Test Cricket
| Player | Wickets | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Taijul Islam | 249 | 57 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 246 | 71 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 209 | 56 |
| Mohammad Rafique | 100 | 33 |
| Mashrafe Bin Mortaza | 78 | 36 |
Bangladesh’s Success Against Ireland
In addition to this individual milestone, the Bangladesh team secured a convincing victory over Ireland by 217 runs in the second Test. The win allowed Bangladesh to complete a clean sweep in the series. Mushfiqur Rahim played a crucial role, scoring a century in the first innings and contributing another fifty in the second.
Taijul’s rise as Bangladesh’s leading wicket-taker highlights his dedication and skill, making him an invaluable asset to the national team moving forward.
