Mominul Haque

What began with Virat Kohli's call for greater investment in Test cricket and India's formidable pace attack became a blueprint for Bangladesh. Mominul Haque transformed the domestic system, backed fast bowlers and changed the country's Test cricket culture. Hasan Mahmud's six-wicket haul against Australia is now proof that the gamble is paying off.

After winning the toss, Australia captain Pat Cummins chose to bowl first, and Mitchell Starc made an immediate impact. The left-arm fast bowler finished with 6/12 after completing the sixth-fastest five-wicket haul in Test cricket.

Mitchell Starc took five wickets in the first session against Bangladesh. He surpassed Dale Steyn on the list of Test wicket-takers. Starc's remarkable figures were 5-11 from nine overs. This performance came after Bangladesh won the opening Test match. Australia aims to level the series in the second Test.

Mitchell Starc's extraordinary performance saw him take ten wickets, leading Australia to an emphatic innings win over Bangladesh. Securing victory by an innings and fifty-one runs in the second Test, Australia equalized the two-match series. Starc’s final statistics read ten wickets for fifty-one runs, while Bangladesh struggled significantly, being dismissed for sixty-four and ninety-five across their two innings.

Mitchell Starc made a stunning start to the second Test against Bangladesh, taking a wicket with the first ball of the match before finishing the opening day with six wickets. Bangladesh's Shoriful Islam later matched Starc's six-wicket haul as 18 wickets fell on a dramatic day of Test cricket on Saturday.

Bangladesh made Test cricket history by defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin, a monumental achievement for the team. Captain Pat Cummins of Australia conceded their poor performance across all sectors. Bangladesh's bowlers effectively dismantled their opponent's strategy early on. Despite Cameron Green's impressive century during Australia’s second innings, this victory is a significant highlight in Bangladesh’s cricketing journey.

Bangladesh achieved a historic nine-wicket Test victory over Australia in Darwin. This marked Bangladesh's first-ever Test win on Australian soil. Australia was dismissed for 198 and then 284 in their respective innings. Bangladesh responded with 426 runs, establishing a significant first-innings lead. The visitors then comfortably chased down a small target to secure the win.

Harry Brook has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Test batting rankings. Jasprit Bumrah retained his position as the world's leading Test bowler. Bangladesh players saw significant gains after their historic victory over Australia. Afghanistan's dominance in the ODI series also resulted in player ranking movements. Several players from both teams achieved career-best rankings following recent performances.

During a pause in the Test match, Steve Smith was met with a witty remark from a fan, adding some levity to the situation. Australia had a tough start, dismissed for just 198 runs, while Hasan Mahmud shone with a six-wicket haul, marking his career best. Bangladesh made a strong reply, finishing the day at 96 for one and reducing Australia's lead to 102 runs.

On day two of the first Test, Bangladesh showcased their prowess, establishing a commanding 153-run lead. Opener Tanzid Hasan celebrated his first Test century with a remarkable 101 runs, while captain Najmul Hossain Shanto added a vital 84 to the team's impressive total. Although Australia secured three quick wickets late in the day, Bangladesh's lower order held firm, ensuring a strong position by stumps.

In a remarkable achievement, Mitchell Starc outstripped Kapil Dev's wicket tally during the opening Test against Bangladesh, now boasting 435 Test wickets, positioning him eleventh on the all-time list. Meanwhile, Tanzid Hasan Tamim made history by scoring his first Test century in Australia. As the second day concluded, Bangladesh enjoyed a 150-run advantage, placing Australia in a tough spot to stay competitive in the series.

Australia's Test squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh has been confirmed by captain Pat Cummins. With Jake Weatherald set to debut as an opening batsman, seasoned bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc rejoin the pace lineup. Nathan Lyon is also back, prepared to lead the spin department. The opening match kicks off on August 13 in Darwin.

Bangladesh achieved an impressive nine-wicket victory over Australia during the Test in Darwin, marking a pivotal moment in cricket history. Mehidy Hasan Miraz emerged as a standout player, contributing vital runs and taking crucial wickets. Cameron Green's century was not enough to salvage Australia's pride, increasing the pressure on the home side after suffering another defeat to the rising Bangladeshi team.

Litton Das has rejoined the Bangladesh squad for their upcoming Australia Test series. He recovered from a left calf injury and completed his rehabilitation program successfully. This return provides a significant boost for Bangladesh ahead of their historic Test matches. Litton was also recently appointed as the new ODI captain for the team. Preparations are underway for the two-Test series beginning August 13.

Zimbabwe achieved their largest Test victory ever, crushing Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs. A dominant bowling performance, spearheaded by Newman Nyamhuri and Richard Ngarava, restricted Bangladesh to low scores. Innocent Kaia's century then powered Zimbabwe to a commanding lead, securing a memorable win and their first back-to-back Test triumphs in over 25 years.

Zimbabwe achieved their most significant Test victory, defeating Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs. This marks their first back-to-back Test wins in over 25 years, following a triumph against Afghanistan. Captain Richard Ngarava lauded the team's depth and the emergence of young talent like Newman Nyamhuri, expressing pride in the historic achievement and looking forward to the upcoming ODI series.

Mominul Haque's fine 13th Test century propelled Bangladesh to a score of 205/6 by lunch on day four of the second Test against India in Kanpur. Despite losing early wickets, Haque remained unbeaten on 102, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz adding a cautious 6 runs. Significant dismissals included Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan.

Bangladesh spinner Taijul Islam achieved a significant personal milestone, securing his 19th Test five-wicket haul against Zimbabwe. This feat places him among the top left-arm bowlers globally, drawing level with Shakib Al Hasan and surpassing Mitchell Starc. Despite Taijul's individual success, Zimbabwe secured their largest-ever Test victory by an innings and 85 runs.

Bangladesh Test captain Mominul Haque said he was stepping down from his position Tuesday to focus on his batting, after a poor run of form so far this year.

Bangladesh Test skipper Mominul Haque believes that being mentally strong is the 'most important factor' during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.