Islam scored a counter-attacking half-century against Ireland
What’s the story
Star batter Shadman Islam put Bangladesh in the driving seat in the 1st Test against Ireland at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Islam scored a counter-attacking half-century on Day 2, getting the hosts past 160. He added a 168-run opening stand with Mahmudul Hasan Joy, who scored a ton.
This was after Ireland were bowled out for 286 in 92.2 overs.
How Islam weaved his knock
While Joy showed his sturdy approach, Islam played a counter-attacking knock. The duo batted together until tea on Day 2.
However, Matthew Humphreys had him caught behind in the 42nd over. Ireland successfully opted for the DRS after the on-field decision was not-out.
Islam departed for 80 off 104 balls, a knock studded with 9 fours and a six.
A look at notable stats
Islam, who made his Test debut in 2018, slammed his seventh half-century. His tally also includes 2 tons.
In 25 matches (47 innings), the Bangladesh batter has raced to 1,287 runs at an average of 28.60. His strike rate is around 50.
Notably, Islam played his maiden Test innings against Ireland. Three of his half-centuries have come against West Indies.
Record partnership for Bangladesh
As per Cricbuzz, Islam and Joy recorded the fourth-highest opening partnership for Bangladesh in Test cricket (168). The top three spots on this list belong to Imrul Kayes and Tamim Iqbal.
