Bangladesh vs New Zealand 1st Test Day 5: Bangladesh beat New Zealand by 150 runs

Mehidy Hasan is up for a quick chat. He says that they are definitely in a good position thanks to their bowlers and batters. Adds that the wicket is good, there is some turn but not uneven bounce. Tells they have batted well in both innings. Praises Taijul Islam for his efforts with the ball and says that he is doing this for a long time for Bangladesh. Mentions getting Kane Williamson out twice in one game is an excellent achievement. Ends by saying that, he started Test cricket as a bowler but worked hard on his batting to help his time in these conditions.

On the flip side, New Zealand, despite the slight advantage of the first-innings lead, struggled to counter the probing questions posed by the Bangladesh bowlers. Faced with a challenging target of 331 runs, the New Zealand batting lineup crumbled, losing 7 wickets for just 113 runs in 49 overs by the end of Day 4. Daryl Mitchell, the standout batter and one of the overnight batsmen, will resume his innings on 44 runs, accompanied by Ish Sodhi. The scenario is poised on a knife's edge – will Mitchell conjure a miraculous innings and etch his name in Test cricket history, or will the Bangladesh bowlers secure the remaining 3 wickets to claim a decisive advantage in the series? The answers unfold as we bring you the live action from the final day of this gripping Test match. Stay tuned for what promises to be an enthralling conclusion to the 1st Test between New Zealand and Bangladesh.

Bangladesh showcased an exemplary batting performance on Day 4, led by their skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, who marked his captaincy debut with a splendid century. The experienced Mushfiqur Rahim and the resilient Mehidy Hasan contributed with valuable half-centuries, propelling Bangladesh to a second-innings total of 338. In response, the Bangladesh spinners, supported by the lone fast bowler Shoriful Islam, exerted immense pressure on the Kiwi batters, claiming 7 wickets. Taijul Islam, in particular, was the architect of New Zealand's downfall, securing 4 crucial wickets, including the prized scalp of Kane Williamson who fell for Taijul’s arm ball for the second time in this Test match. As we head into the final day, Bangladesh is poised to wrap up the series 1-0, a significant achievement for their new Test skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto.

A warm welcome to all the cricket enthusiasts joining us on the decisive Day 5 of the thrilling 1st Test between New Zealand and Bangladesh live from the Picturesque Sylhet, Bangladesh. The game has been nothing short of a roller coaster ride, and as we step into the final day, the outcome becomes slightly tilted towards the Bangladesh side. New Zealand, has been tasked with chasing down a target of 331 runs, is finding itself at 113 for the loss of 7 wickets as we resume play with Daryl Mitchell and Ish Sodhi to take the stage and face the music.

... DAY 5, SESSION 1 ...

Right then, that is from this riveting Day 4 where Bangladesh have all but confirmed a win here barring a miracle from the Kiwis. The Bangla Tigers will be excited to take the field again and finish the job early in Day 5 which will start at 9 am IST (3.30 am GMT), but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up. Cheers!

New Zealand, on the other started Day 4 well with the ball as they were able to bowl out the hosts before the first hour in the second session with Ajaz Patel being the pick of the bowlers with four wickets. They knew that this target would not be an easy one in this turning track and things got even worse when they lost Tom Latham for no runs on the board in the first over. Kane Williamson also couldn't make much impact in this innings. Except for Daryl Mitchell, none of the batters were able to get going and they kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Devon Conway worked hard for his 22 but he too gave in under pressure. Mitchell is still unbeaten on 44 but he does not have any recognised batter left on the other end, and will need a extra-ordinary effort with the tail-enders to get something out of this match.

Bangladesh already had a healthy lead coming into Day 4 but lost their centurion skipper, Najmul Hossain Shanto quite early. However, Mushfiqur Rahim continued to bat well and converted his start into an excellent half-century. He was dismissed for 67 but Mehidy Hasan showed his batting skills with a fine fifty as well along with the lower order to set up a huge target for their opponents. They looked pumped when they came out to defend this total in the second session and by Tea, already picked up three wickets including the big fish, Kane Williamson. The third session proved to be even more fruitful for them as their spinners exploited the conditions really well and reduced the Kiwis to 83-6. Taijul Islam finished with four wickets and they are well ahead in this game needing only three wickets for the win.

Bangladesh have dominated proceedings on Day 4! They showed good cricketing brains while batting and knew that any target above 270 would be difficult on this wicket, they went well past that. The pitch was always going to help the spinners, and that is exactly what happened with Taijul Islam once again leading from the front, they are now very close to defeating New Zealand in a Test at home for the first time in their history.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, A dot! Tossed up on the off stump, the ball staying low after pitching. Ish Sodhi stands back and blocks the ball well to end the over and the Umpires say bad light and end the session.

Nayeem Hasan to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up again on the off stump line. Daryl Mitchell sweeps it hard to the right of Mominul Haque at square leg who puts in the dive to keep that to just a single.

Nayeem Hasan to Daryl Mitchell, Tiossed up slow outside the off stump. Daryl Mitchell looks to play the sweep but gets beaten in the process.

Nayeem Hasan to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up on the off stump line. Daryl Mitchell plays the front foot defence to perfection.

Nayeem Hasan to Daryl Mitchell, Tossed up slow on the off stump line. Daryl Mitchell takes the front foot out and blocks the ball well.

Nayeem Hasan to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up on the off stump. Daryl Mitchell looks to play the reverse sweep but mistimes it to Najmul Hossain Shanto in slips on the bounce.

The light meter is out now. We will probably have one more over here.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Pitched up on the stumps. Ish Sodhi plays it off taking the front foot out.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Bowls this one very slow through the air, wanting Ish Sodhi to play a big shot. The batter blocks the ball well on the front foot.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Pitched again on the middle stump line. Ish Sodhi takes the front foot out and blocks the ball.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Tossed up again on the middle stump line. Ish Sodhi offers another front foot defence.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Slower through the air on the stumps. Ish Sodhi plays a perfect front foot defence.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Tossed up on the off stump. Ish Sodhi looks to play the front foot defence and gets an outside edge to the hands of point.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Slower ball through the air just outside the off stump. Ish Sodhi goes back and opens the face of the bat to steal a single from the third man region, in the end keeps the strike again for the next over.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Nayeem Hasan bowls one slightly short outside the off stump and gets the ball to turn in sharp onto the stumps. Ish Sodhi stands back and looks to pull the ball along the ground, in the end he turns his bat and misses the ball completely. The ball hits him on the pads. The umpire raises his finger and Ish Sodhi takes a review. Ball Tracking shows that it is going down the leg side and Ish Sodhi will be happy to carry on the innings.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Pitched further up on the stumps. Ish Sodhi stands on the crease and offers a defence.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Another short ball on then off stump. Ish Sodhi stays on the crease and blocks it well.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Just short on the off stump line. Ish Sodhi stays back and flicks the ball to leg slip.

Nayeem Hasan to Ish Sodhi, Just short on the leg stump. Ish Sodhi pulls it away but straight to the man at square leg.

Taijul Islam to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up on the middle stump line. Daryl Mitchell takes the front leg out and blocks it well to end the over.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Arm ball on the off stump, coming in after pitching. Ish Sodhi looks to play for the turn but gets an inside edge towards fine leg for a single.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Pitched up on the off stump. Ish Sodhi plays it straight to the man at point.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, FOUR! Bad delivery pitching outside the leg stump and Ish Sodhi plays the conventional sweep behind square leg for a handsome boundary.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Tossed up on the stumps. Ish Sodhi plays it out off the front foot.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Pitched up on the off stump. Ish Sodhi blocks it off the front foot.

Mominul Haque to Ish Sodhi, Slower through the air, pitched outside the off stump. Ish Sodhi plays the cover drive to sweepers and runs a single to keep strike.

Mominul Haque to Ish Sodhi, Slow through the air, on the middle stump. Ish Sodhi plays a solid front foot defence.

Mominul Haque to Ish Sodhi, Tossed up on the stumps. Ish Sodhi holds his form and blocks it off well.

Mominul Haque to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up on the off stump again. Daryl Mitchell plays the sweep again towards deep square leg for a single.

Mominul Haque to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up on the off stump. Daryl Mitchell offers a front foot defence.

Mominul Haque to Daryl Mitchell, Tossed up on the off stump. Daryl Mitchell plays the paddle sweep to the fine leg region and runs a couple.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Slower on the air on the pads, the ball holds its line and hits Ish Sodhi on his thigh pads.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Tossed up on the off stump channel. Ish Sodhi watchfully blocks it away.

Taijul Islam to Ish Sodhi, Pitched up on the off stump. Ish Sodhi manages to go on the front foot and block the ball.

Ish Sodhi is the next batter in for New Zealand.

Taijul Islam to Kyle Jamieson, OUT! LBW! This is the wicket Taijul Islam was trying to get since the past two overs. Its Kyle Jamieson who has to walk back after being dismissed for 9 runs. Tossed up ball on the leg stump, holding its line after pitching. Kyle Jamieson takes the foot out across the line and is stuck in front of the wickets. The ball goes on to hit his pads with no contact with the bat. There is a huge appeal for LBW and the Umpire says Out. Kyle Jamieson takes the review and the UltraEdge shows there is no contact with the bat. The Ball Tracking indicates three reds on the screen and the decision stands to be Out. Bangladesh three wickets away from the win now?

Taijul Islam to Kyle Jamieson, Pitched up on the off stump. Kyle Jamieson plays it out off the front foot.

Taijul Islam to Kyle Jamieson, Just short on the off stump. Kyle Jamieson goes back and blocks it off.

Mominul Haque to Daryl Mitchell, Pitched up again, slow off the pitch. Daryl Mitchell watchfully blocks it off.

Mominul Haque to Daryl Mitchell, Tossed up on the off stump. Daryl Mitchell offers a front foot defence.

Mominul Haque to Kyle Jamieson, Pitched up outside the off stump. Kyle Jamieson hammers a cover drive straight to covers who misses the ball and the batters pick up a single.