Shadman hits century as Bangladesh take control against Zimbabwe on Day 2

The left-handed batter smashes his second Test century in style

A sublime century by opener Shadman Islam has propelled Bangladesh to a commanding position against Zimbabwe on the second day of the series-deciding Chattogram Test.

The left-handed batter showed remarkable composure and almost impeccable shot selection to anchor the innings, reaching his second Test century off 142 deliveries with a majestic drive through the covers. His knock was studded with 16 boundaries.

The hosts reached 150 for 1 in 42 overs as Shadman (101) was forging forward with Mominul Haque (9) with sights set on a big first-innings total to capitalise on the visitors' modest first innings total at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium on Tuesday.

Taijul Islam (6-60) wrapped up the visitors’ first innings by collecting a sixth scalp with the first delivery of the day.

Shadman and Anamul Haque (39) then got off to a strong and steady start, thanks to a 118-run opening stand between the openers.

Bangladesh went into lunch break on 105 for no loss in 26 overs. But after the resumption, Blessing Muzarabani (1-39) trapped Anamul in front to break the stand.

Zimbabwe had resumed on an overnight 227 for 9 after Taijul spun up a collapse in the final session of the day.