Tawhid Hridoy scores unbeaten 242 as Bangladesh take first-innings lead
Tawhid Hridoy scored an unbeaten 242 to help Bangladesh reach 386 and take a 30-run lead against West Indies. He came to the crease at 184 for seven.
Tawhid Hridoy scored an unbeaten 242 off 359 balls against West Indies in Sylhet. He hit 22 fours and 11 sixes while batting at number eight after Bangladesh were 184 for seven.
Bangladesh reached 386 in their first innings and took a 30-run lead. Taijul Islam scored 22 and Taskin Ahmed made 12 as they added 117 for the eighth wicket and 85 for the ninth wicket.
Shadman Islam was unavailable to bat after twisting his ankle. Phil Simmons said Hridoy's innings was outstanding in all aspects and that he managed the tail while giving lower-order batters opportunities. Simmons added that Hridoy is quickly maturing as a batter.
CricHubb Take
Hridoy's ability to bat deep and accelerate from number eight demonstrates the depth Bangladesh are building in their middle order for future Test matches.