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Amir Jangoo's Commanding Century Propels West Indies to Strong First Innings Total Against Bangladesh

West Indies declared their first innings at 356 for 10 on Day 2, setting a challenging target for Bangladesh in the second Test in Sylhet.

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The story

At the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, West Indies took control on Day 2 of their second Test against Bangladesh. Resuming their first innings, West Indies' wicketkeeper-batsman Amir Jangoo was the standout performer, notching a commanding 133 runs from 212 balls, featuring 13 fours and 2 sixes. Jangoo's resilience was key to building a significant total. Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud was the most effective bowler, claiming four wickets for 67 runs. West Indies eventually declared their innings at 356 for 10 after 106.4 overs. Bangladesh then began their first innings, trailing by 317 runs at the close of play on Day 2.

Meanwhile, in Sharjah, Zimbabwe continued their strong batting performance against Afghanistan in the first Test. Captain Brian Bennett scored a century, reaching 102 runs from 178 balls, while Brendan Taylor contributed a substantial 131 runs. Wessly Madhevere also added a fifty, scoring 50 runs from 65 balls. Zimbabwe reached 421 for 6 at lunch on Day 2, with their innings ongoing.

Latest results

MatchFormatResultStar
Bangladesh vs West IndiesTestDay 2 concluded. West Indies 356 all out; Bangladesh batting.Amir Jangoo 133 (212)
Afghanistan vs ZimbabweTestDay 2 concluded. Zimbabwe 421/6 (ongoing).Brendan Taylor 131, Brian Bennett 102

Series in play

India tour of New Zealand, 2026. India leads 1-0 in the five-match ODI series.

West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026. 2nd Test, Day 2 concluded. West Indies lead the two-match series 1-0.

Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE, 2026. 1st Test, Day 2 concluded.

Tables that matter

CompetitionPositionNote
ICC World Test Championship (2025-2027)1st: New Zealand (72.22%), 2nd: South Africa (71.43%)Standings as of November 1, 2026, ranked by points percentage.
ICC Men's Test Team Rankings1st: South AfricaSouth Africa moved to the top spot after their series win against Australia.
ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings1st: IndiaIndia continues to hold the top position in the ODI format.
ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings1st: EnglandEngland leads the T20I team rankings as of November 2, 2026.

What we'll be watching

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