Bangladesh Achieves Historic Test Victory Over Pakistan
Bangladesh's Historic Win at Shere Bangla Stadium
In a remarkable achievement, Bangladesh triumphed over Pakistan by 104 runs in the first Test match of their two-match series at Shere Bangla Stadium in Mirpur on May 12. Nahid Rana was the standout performer, claiming five wickets in the fourth innings, showcasing an exceptional bowling display on the final day. Pakistan's Shan Masood opted to bowl first after winning the toss, a decision that proved detrimental. Bangladesh amassed a formidable first innings total of 413, with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto contributing a century. In response, Pakistan was dismissed for 386, despite a century from debutant Azan Awais. The home team declared their second innings at 240-9.
Bangladesh's First Home Test Win Against Pakistan
This victory marks Bangladesh's inaugural win against Pakistan on home soil in Test cricket. Since their first encounter in Bangladesh in 2002, the two teams have faced off nine times, with Pakistan winning seven matches and one ending in a draw. Below is a summary of their Test match history in Bangladesh:
All Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test Matches In Bangladesh| Venue | Year | Result |
| Dhaka | 2002 | Pakistan won by an innings and 178 runs |
| Chattogram | 2002 | Pakistan won by an innings and 169 runs |
| Chattogram | 2011 | Pakistan won by an innings and 184 runs |
| Mirpur | 2011 | Pakistan won by seven wickets |
| Khulna | 2015 | Draw |
| Mirpur | 2015 | Pakistan won by 328 runs |
| Chattogram | 2021 | Pakistan won by eight wickets |
| Mirpur | 2021 | Pakistan won by an innings and 8 runs |
| Mirpur | 2026 | Bangladesh won by 104 runs |
Prior to their tour of Pakistan in August 2024, Bangladesh had never secured a Test victory against the formidable side. However, they managed to win that series 2-0, marking a historic first for them. Now, Pakistan stands as the team against which Bangladesh has the joint third-most successful record in Test cricket, alongside Ireland, with only Zimbabwe and the West Indies having more wins against them. Notably, Bangladesh is still seeking their first Test win against India and South Africa.
Bangladesh's Test Record Against Opponents| Opponent | Matches Played | Matches Won | Matches Lost | Matches Drawn |
| Zimbabwe | 20 | 9 | 8 | 3 |
| West Indies | 22 | 5 | 15 | 2 |
| Ireland | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Pakistan | 16 | 2 | 12 | 1 |
| New Zealand | 19 | 1 | 14 | 3 |
| Afghanistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Australia | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| England | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 28 | 1 | 21 | 6 |
| India | 15 | 0 | 13 | 2 |
| South Africa | 16 | 0 | 14 | 2 |
Bangladesh has now achieved the feat of winning three Test matches in a row against Pakistan, becoming only the third team to do so after Zimbabwe and Ireland. Under the leadership of Najmul, they are poised to secure their first home series victory against Pakistan, which would mark only the third time they have won a series of two or more matches in the longest format against any team, alongside Zimbabwe and West Indies. The second Test is scheduled to commence on May 16 in Sylhet.