SYLHET, Bangladesh, November 6, 2026: Hasan Mahmud produced a six-wicket performance that should have transformed Bangladesh’s position, but West Indies ended the second day of the second Test in Sylhet firmly in control after dismissing three home batters for just 88 runs. Mahmud claimed 6/90 as the visitors were bowled out for 356 at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Friday, November 6. Yet Bangladesh’s response faltered almost immediately, leaving the hosts 268 runs behind with seven first-innings wickets remaining and the prospect of another series defeat growing increasingly serious.
The day contained two damaging setbacks for Bangladesh beyond the scorecard. Opener Shadman Islam, who had scored 105 in the first Test at Mirpur, twisted his left ankle while fielding and was stretchered off before being taken for medical assessment. That forced off-spinner Nayeem Hasan into an unfamiliar opening role, while West Indies pacers Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph and all-rounder Justin Greaves claimed a wicket each. Towhid Hridoy’s unbeaten 29 and Mushfiqur Rahim’s 19 not out prevented further damage, but Bangladesh’s hopes of leveling the two-match series now depend on a substantial third-day recovery.
Bangladesh vs West Indies 2nd Test: Day 2 Score and Match Situation
Bangladesh began the morning hoping to prevent Amir Jangoo and Justin Greaves from turning their overnight partnership into a commanding total. The West Indies had closed Day 1 on 235/4, having recovered from a disastrous 27/3, and Bangladesh needed a quick burst of wickets before the total moved beyond control.
Mahmud delivered that burst. The trouble was that West Indies still added 121 runs to their overnight score, and Bangladesh’s own top order failed to take advantage of the fast bowler’s effort.
| Match Detail | Day 2 Position |
|---|---|
| Competition | West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026; ICC World Test Championship |
| Match | Second and final Test |
| Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium |
| Dates | November 5–9, 2026 |
| Toss | West Indies won and elected to bat |
| West Indies first innings | 356 all out in 106.4 overs |
| Bangladesh first innings | 88/3 in 40 overs |
| Bangladesh’s deficit | 268 runs |
| Leading West Indies batter | Amir Jangoo, 133 |
| Leading Bangladesh bowler | Hasan Mahmud, 6/90 |
| Unbeaten Bangladesh batters | Towhid Hridoy 29*, Mushfiqur Rahim 19* |
| Series position | West Indies lead 1-0 |
The score is especially troubling for Bangladesh because this is not merely another isolated innings. West Indies won the opening Test in Mirpur by eight wickets, despite conceding a first-innings lead, and now have an opportunity to complete a 2-0 series sweep.
Hasan Mahmud Turns the Second New Ball Into Bangladesh’s Strongest Weapon
Of all the performers involved in Friday’s cricket, Hasan Mahmud had the clearest claim to individual recognition. His six wickets came at crucial stages, and his most important spell briefly threatened to undo everything West Indies had achieved through Jangoo’s century.
The opening day had already demonstrated his ability to make the ball deviate late. He dismissed Kavem Hodge for one and removed debutant Kevin Wickham for 61, breaking a 131-run fourth-wicket partnership that had rescued West Indies from early trouble.
On Friday, the second new ball gave him another opportunity.
The West Indies were 264/4 when Mahmud produced the delivery that finally defeated Jangoo. The left-hander attempted to leave a ball that moved back and disturbed his stumps, ending a superb innings of 133 from 212 deliveries.
There was scarcely time for Bangladesh to celebrate before Mahmud struck again. Captain Roston Chase was caught behind by Litton Das for a first-ball duck, leaving West Indies 264/6 and Hasan on a hat-trick.
Joshua Bishop was initially given out lbw on the next delivery, raising the possibility of a remarkable sequence of three wickets in three balls. However, Bishop reviewed the decision, and replays showed an inside edge onto his pad. The dismissal was overturned.
It was an important escape. A hat-trick would have reduced West Indies to 264/7 and brought Bangladesh considerably closer to limiting the total.
Mahmud continued to threaten, eventually dismissing Bishop for 23 when Litton completed a stumping. He later bowled Shamar Joseph for 16, finishing with 6/90 from 24 overs.
| West Indies Batter | Runs | Dismissal | Match Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kavem Hodge | 1 | Bowled | Part of the opening-day collapse |
| Kevin Wickham | 61 | Bowled | Ended the 131-run fourth-wicket stand |
| Amir Jangoo | 133 | Bowled | Removed the innings’ leading scorer |
| Roston Chase | 0 | Caught by Litton Das | Second wicket in successive deliveries |
| Joshua Bishop | 23 | Stumped by Litton Das | Completed Mahmud’s five-wicket haul |
| Shamar Joseph | 16 | Bowled | Extended Mahmud’s return to six wickets |
It was Mahmud’s fifth five-wicket haul in Tests, his first on home soil and his second six-wicket innings return. His performance deserves attention beyond the final score because he repeatedly broke partnerships after the West Indies had established an advantage.
But even a six-wicket haul could not erase the consequences of Bangladesh allowing a side that had been 27/3 on the opening morning to reach 356.
Amir Jangoo’s 133 Still Defines the Test Despite His Second-Day Dismissal
Jangoo added just 22 to his overnight 111 before Mahmud dismissed him, but his work had already changed the match.
West Indies were vulnerable when he joined the rebuilding effort. Brandon King, Kavem Hodge and Joshua Da Silva had all fallen inside the opening nine overs on Thursday, leaving the tourists 27/3.
That was the point at which an entire innings might have collapsed.
Instead, Jangoo and Wickham constructed a 131-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Wickham, making his Test debut, contributed 61 from 145 balls, while Jangoo combined patience with calculated attacking strokes.
After Wickham’s dismissal, Jangoo continued the recovery with Greaves. The fifth-wicket pair added 106 runs, taking the score from 158/4 to 264/5.
By the time Mahmud finally bowled him, Jangoo had faced 212 deliveries, struck 13 fours and hit two sixes. His 133 accounted for approximately 37.4% of the West Indies’ final total.
That percentage is important. Without his resistance during the most difficult phase of the innings, the visitors would have been far less likely to establish the substantial first-innings position they now occupy.
The innings also carried considerable historical context for the match itself. West Indies had chosen to bat on a surface offering early assistance to Bangladesh’s seamers, and that decision looked questionable at 27/3.
Jangoo transformed the calculation. His sustained partnership batting turned an apparent opportunity for Bangladesh into a position from which West Indies could attack the home side’s vulnerable top order.
For further context, The Sports Encounter’s first-day report examined how Jangoo and Wickham revived West Indies after the early collapse.
Justin Greaves and the West Indies Lower Order Add Runs Bangladesh Could Not Afford
Mahmud’s wickets created an opening, but the visitors refused to surrender their advantage.
Justin Greaves completed a valuable half-century, scoring 51 from 112 deliveries before Mehidy Hasan Miraz bowled him. His partnership with Jangoo had already provided stability, and his ability to continue batting after the centurion’s departure helped West Indies move beyond 300.
Joshua Bishop added 23 at a brisk pace before Mahmud’s stumping dismissal. Shamar Joseph contributed 16, including a six, and Jomel Warrican remained unbeaten on 27.
Perhaps the most frustrating contribution for Bangladesh came from the final pair.
Warrican and Jayden Seales added 33 runs for the tenth wicket, extending the total from 323/9 to 356 all out. Seales made 15 before Mehidy trapped him lbw.
Those runs matter because Bangladesh now need 157 merely to reach 245, the minimum required to avoid being asked to follow on under the standard five-day Test match threshold of 200 runs behind. Even that would leave them substantially short of parity.
The final-wicket partnership was worth approximately 9.3% of the West Indies’ total. It was also more than one-third of Bangladesh’s entire score at the end of the second day.
That comparison captures the value of lower-order resistance. The visitors were capable of adding 33 after losing nine wickets; Bangladesh had lost three wickets before reaching 52.
Shadman Islam’s Ankle Injury Leaves Bangladesh Facing a Selection Problem During the Match
One of Friday’s most damaging events occurred without a wicket falling.
Shadman Islam was fielding near the boundary during the West Indies’ innings when he slipped while attempting to stop a shot from Jangoo. His left ankle twisted awkwardly, leaving him in visible discomfort.
Medical staff attended to him before he was carried from the ground on a stretcher. Bangladesh’s medical team subsequently arranged an MRI scan to assess the injury.
The extent of the damage had not been confirmed by the close of play, and his participation in the remainder of the Test remained uncertain.
That uncertainty has immediate consequences for the hosts.
Shadman was not merely one member of the batting lineup. He had scored 105 in Bangladesh’s first innings during the opening Test at Mirpur, demonstrating the patience required to survive against this West Indies attack.
His absence from the opening position forced Bangladesh to send Nayeem Hasan out alongside Tanzid Hasan.
Nayeem is principally selected as an off-spinner rather than a specialist opening batter. His promotion was an emergency adjustment, not a planned tactical change.
He made five before Seales dismissed him, with Brandon King taking the catch.
The situation became worse when Tanzid fell for 16, caught by Wickham off Greaves.
Bangladesh were 22/2 after nine overs, and the absence of their regular opener had already disrupted the structure of the innings.
If Shadman cannot bat later, Bangladesh could also face a reduced number of available batters. An ordinary ankle injury does not qualify a team for the concussion-substitute provision, although an approved substitute may field without automatically being permitted to bat.
His confirmed medical status should therefore remain one of the most closely watched developments ahead of Day 3.
West Indies Take Three Wickets Without Allowing Bangladesh to Build an Opening Partnership
The West Indies began their bowling effort with a substantial score behind them, allowing the attack to operate with attacking fields and sustained discipline.
Seales made the first breakthrough when he removed Nayeem for five in the fifth over.
Greaves then dismissed Tanzid for 16 at 22/2, with Wickham completing the catch at cover point. It was a significant moment for the debutant, whose contribution to the Test was no longer confined to his first-innings half-century.
Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy tried to repair the damage, adding 29 runs for the third wicket.
Shanto faced 65 deliveries for his 18, including one four and one six. He appeared committed to spending time at the crease, but Shamar Joseph bowled him in the 23rd over.
Bangladesh were 51/3, still 305 runs behind.
Hridoy was joined by Mushfiqur Rahim, and the pair adopted a patient approach to the remainder of the evening.
Hridoy finished unbeaten on 29 from 80 deliveries, while Mushfiqur made 19 not out from 56. Together, they added an unbroken 37 for the fourth wicket.
The partnership prevented West Indies from making further inroads, but it did not materially reduce the deficit.
Bangladesh scored at only 2.20 runs per over across 40 overs. Their last ten overs produced just 20 runs without a wicket.
That was understandable given the circumstances, but a major partnership will be required on Saturday to bring the hosts back into contention.
The West Indies Bowling Figures Show Why Bangladesh Could Not Escape the Pressure
The visitors did not rely on one bowler. Each of the three successful wicket-takers made an important contribution, while Jomel Warrican applied pressure through his economical left-arm spin.
| West Indies Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayden Seales | 9 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 2.66 |
| Shamar Joseph | 9 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 2.66 |
| Justin Greaves | 6 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 1.66 |
| Jomel Warrican | 12 | 5 | 19 | 0 | 1.58 |
| Joshua Bishop | 3 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 2.66 |
| Roston Chase | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.00 |
Warrican’s contribution deserves particular attention. His five maidens from 12 overs helped restrict scoring even without a wicket, while Greaves conceded only ten runs in six overs.
Between them, Warrican and Greaves delivered 18 overs for 29 runs with seven maidens. That combined economy rate of approximately 1.61 runs per over gave Bangladesh little opportunity to release pressure through boundaries.
It also allowed the faster bowlers to remain attacking threats, rather than being forced into defensive containment.
Mushfiqur did survive one close lbw decision against Warrican, with the West Indies review failing to overturn the umpire’s call.
The decision allowed Bangladesh’s fourth-wicket partnership to continue, but it was another reminder that the hosts were not yet comfortable against the visiting attack.
How the Second Day Changed the Test
The day can be divided into three decisive phases: Bangladesh’s comeback with the second new ball, West Indies’ resistance through the lower order and the visitors’ rapid success with the ball.
| Match Stage | Score | Key Development | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 stumps | West Indies 235/4 | Jangoo 111*, Greaves 35* | Visitors well placed after recovering from 27/3 |
| 81.4 overs | West Indies 264/5 | Mahmud bowls Jangoo for 133 | Bangladesh remove the principal batter |
| 81.5 overs | West Indies 264/6 | Chase dismissed for a duck | Two wickets in consecutive balls |
| 89.1 overs | West Indies 297/7 | Bishop stumped for 23 | Mahmud completes his fifth Test five-for |
| Lunch | West Indies 322/8 | Greaves dismissed for 51 | Bangladesh remain in contention |
| 106.4 overs | West Indies 356 all out | Seales falls after 33-run last-wicket stand | Visitors secure a substantial total |
| 8.6 overs | Bangladesh 22/2 | Nayeem and Tanzid dismissed | Hosts lose both opening batters |
| 22.4 overs | Bangladesh 51/3 | Shanto bowled for 18 | West Indies regain full control |
| Day 2 stumps | Bangladesh 88/3 | Hridoy 29*, Mushfiqur 19* | Bangladesh remain 268 behind |
This sequence reveals a critical difference in the teams’ performances. West Indies endured significant setbacks in both innings and still found ways to protect their position. Bangladesh produced an outstanding individual bowling spell but failed to turn it into a comparable collective advantage.
The immediate task for the hosts is to demonstrate that their batting can respond to pressure with the same resilience Jangoo and Wickham displayed on Thursday.
Complete West Indies First-Innings Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon King | b Taskin Ahmed | 9 | 18 | 2 | 0 |
| Joshua Da Silva | lbw b Taskin Ahmed | 12 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
| Kavem Hodge | b Hasan Mahmud | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Kevin Wickham | b Hasan Mahmud | 61 | 145 | 5 | 0 |
| Amir Jangoo | b Hasan Mahmud | 133 | 212 | 13 | 2 |
| Justin Greaves | b Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 51 | 112 | 4 | 0 |
| Roston Chase (c) | c Litton Das b Hasan Mahmud | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Joshua Bishop | st Litton Das b Hasan Mahmud | 23 | 25 | 5 | 0 |
| Shamar Joseph | b Hasan Mahmud | 16 | 18 | 2 | 1 |
| Jomel Warrican | Not out | 27 | 48 | 4 | 0 |
| Jayden Seales | lbw b Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 15 | 38 | 2 | 0 |
| Extras | LB 3, NB 4, W 1 | 8 | |||
| Total | 356 | 106.4 overs | |||
Fall of wickets: 13/1 (King, 4.1), 14/2 (Hodge, 5.5), 27/3 (Da Silva, 8.4), 158/4 (Wickham, 50.1), 264/5 (Jangoo, 81.4), 264/6 (Chase, 81.5), 297/7 (Bishop, 89.1), 301/8 (Greaves, 90.1), 323/9 (Joseph, 95.3), 356/10 (Seales, 106.4).
Bangladesh Bowling Figures
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskin Ahmed | 21 | 0 | 90 | 2 | 4.28 |
| Hasan Mahmud | 24 | 1 | 90 | 6 | 3.75 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 31.4 | 5 | 82 | 2 | 2.58 |
| Taijul Islam | 19 | 3 | 54 | 0 | 2.84 |
| Nayeem Hasan | 11 | 1 | 37 | 0 | 3.36 |
Bangladesh First-Innings Scorecard at Stumps on Day 2
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzid Hasan | c Wickham b Greaves | 16 | 33 | 2 | 0 |
| Nayeem Hasan | c King b Seales | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto (c) | b Shamar Joseph | 18 | 65 | 1 | 1 |
| Towhid Hridoy | Not out | 29 | 80 | 2 | 0 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | Not out | 19 | 56 | 2 | 0 |
| Extras | LB 1 | 1 | |||
| Total | 88/3 | 40 overs | |||
Yet to bat: Shadman Islam (injury status uncertain), Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed and Taijul Islam.
Fall of wickets: 13/1 (Nayeem Hasan, 4.2), 22/2 (Tanzid Hasan, 8.6), 51/3 (Shanto, 22.4).
Can Bangladesh Avoid the Follow-On on Day 3?
Bangladesh are 268 runs behind with seven first-innings wickets standing. Under the usual follow-on rule for a scheduled five-day Test, the side batting second must get within 199 runs of its opponent’s first-innings score to prevent the opposition from having the option to enforce the follow-on.
West Indies scored 356, so Bangladesh need to reach at least 157 to avoid that possibility.
That requires another 69 runs from their present 88/3.
However, avoiding the follow-on would be only the first stage of the recovery. Bangladesh still need 269 additional runs to secure a first-innings lead, an entirely different challenge against an attack that has already claimed three wickets.
| Bangladesh Target | Required Total | Additional Runs Needed | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach 100 | 100 | 12 | Immediate stability milestone |
| Avoid follow-on eligibility | 157 | 69 | Prevents a 200-run first-innings deficit |
| Reach 200 | 200 | 112 | Reduce pressure on remaining batters |
| Reach 300 | 300 | 212 | Move within 56 runs of parity |
| Draw level | 356 | 268 | Erase West Indies’ first-innings advantage |
| Take first-innings lead | 357 | 269 | Move one run ahead |
These are arithmetic targets based on the Day 2 score, not predictions. If Bangladesh fall short of 157, enforcing the follow-on remains a West Indies captaincy choice rather than an automatic requirement.
The immediate priority is therefore clear. Hridoy and Mushfiqur must preserve their partnership through the opening hour, reduce the deficit and prevent West Indies from exposing the lower order while the ball is still relatively new.
If the pair can bat through a substantial portion of Saturday’s first session, Bangladesh may begin to place pressure back on the visitors.
If either falls early, the absence or limited availability of Shadman could become an even greater problem.
Why Day 3 Could Decide the Series
West Indies have already established the advantage in the two-match series through their eight-wicket victory in Mirpur. They now have a genuine opportunity to finish the tour without losing a Test.
Bangladesh’s position is more complicated.
They need a victory to level the series 1-1. A draw would leave West Indies as series winners, while another defeat would complete a 2-0 sweep.
That gives Saturday’s first session significance beyond the immediate scoreboard.
If Bangladesh can establish a long fourth-wicket partnership and move toward 250 or 300, they may still create an opportunity to compete later in the match.
If West Indies claim two or three early wickets, the visitors could gain a major first-innings lead and potentially take control of the remaining three days.
There is also the unresolved medical question surrounding Shadman. His availability may influence how Bangladesh organize their remaining batting, particularly if another wicket falls before the hosts have recovered from their early setbacks.
The scenario remains uncertain, but the consequences are straightforward: Bangladesh must turn survival into a substantial innings, while West Indies need to convert their excellent position into decisive control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the score after Day 2 of Bangladesh vs West Indies in Sylhet?
West Indies scored 356 in their first innings. Bangladesh closed the second day on 88/3 after 40 overs, trailing by 268 runs.
Who took six wickets for Bangladesh?
Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud finished with 6/90 from 24 overs, dismissing Jangoo, Wickham, Hodge, Chase, Bishop and Shamar Joseph.
How many runs did Amir Jangoo score?
Amir Jangoo made 133 from 212 balls, including 13 fours and two sixes. His innings helped West Indies recover from 27/3 on the opening day.
What happened to Shadman Islam?
Shadman twisted his left ankle while fielding on November 6 and was stretchered off for medical assessment. His availability for the remainder of the Test had not been confirmed at stumps.
Who is batting for Bangladesh at the start of Day 3?
Towhid Hridoy will resume on 29 not out, alongside Mushfiqur Rahim on 19 not out, provided there are no changes before play.
How many runs does Bangladesh need to avoid the follow-on?
Bangladesh need another 69 runs to reach 157, which would bring their first-innings deficit below 200 runs.
Is this the first or second Test?
This is the second and final Test of the West Indies tour of Bangladesh. West Indies won the first Test in Mirpur by eight wickets.
Who is leading the Test series?
West Indies lead the two-match series 1-0 and will win the series if Bangladesh cannot win the Sylhet Test.
Final Assessment: Mahmud Won the Bowling Battle, but West Indies Won the Day
Hasan Mahmud gave Bangladesh the chance to reclaim the initiative. He took six wickets, produced a memorable burst with the second new ball and briefly threatened to finish the West Indies innings before the visitors could reach a commanding total.
But Jangoo’s 133, Greaves’ supporting half-century and the lower order’s resistance ensured West Indies finished with 356, a total Bangladesh have found difficult to approach.
The injury to Shadman Islam then disrupted Bangladesh’s opening combination, and the visitors capitalized with three early wickets.
Hridoy and Mushfiqur have provided some resistance, but their unbeaten 37-run partnership is only the beginning of the recovery Bangladesh require.
Day 3 will test whether the hosts can produce the kind of sustained batting that transformed the West Indies’ first innings. The visitors recovered from 27/3 to 356. Bangladesh, now 88/3, must find comparable resilience to keep the Test and the series alive.
For Mahmud, the challenge is particularly unforgiving. He has already done the difficult work of removing six batters. Whether that performance becomes the foundation of a Bangladesh comeback or a footnote in another West Indies victory now rests principally with his teammates’ bats.