Afghanistan secures dramatic Test draw against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi

Afghanistan secured a dramatic draw against Bangladesh in a one-off Test match at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Chasing an improbable target of 479 runs, Afghanistan survived 142 overs in their second innings to finish at 346/8, denying Bangladesh a victory.

Sediqullah Atal anchored the resistance with a marathon 111 runs off 332 balls, an innings lasting over eight hours. This performance marked the first century by an Afghan player in the fourth innings of a Test. Captain Rahmat Shah also contributed significantly, scoring 105 in the first innings and 51 in the second.

Bangladesh appeared to be in control following their second innings total of 372/7, bolstered by a century from Litton Das and scores from Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim. Litton Das was named Player of the Match for his century and nine dismissals behind the stumps. Additionally, Bangladeshi bowler Hasan Mahmud made history by taking a Test hat-trick during the match.