Bangladesh vs Pakistan: On May 12, 2026, Bangladesh achieved a significant victory against Pakistan, winning by 104 runs in the first Test of the series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Chasing a target of 268 runs, Pakistan’s innings concluded at 163 runs in the 53rd over, failing to meet the challenge set by the hosts.
The match saw Bangladesh’s skipper, Najmul Hossain Shanto, leading with 87 runs, while Mominul Haque contributed 56 runs, bolstering the team’s position before declaring the innings.
Pakistan’s bowlers, Hasan Ali and Noman Ali, each claimed three wickets, yet their efforts were insufficient to curb Bangladesh’s momentum.
This victory sets a promising tone for Bangladesh in the series, with the next match anticipated to further test both teams’ strategies and resilience.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, May 13, 2026
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