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BAN vs ZIM Statistical Preview: Key Stats, Records And Head To Head Ahead Of The 1st Test

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BAN vs ZIM 1st Test preview [Source: @mushfiqurfc/x.com]BAN vs ZIM 1st Test preview [Source: @mushfiqurfc/x.com]

The red-ball action returns as Bangladesh lock horns with Zimbabwe in the first Test of the two-match series, starting Sunday, April 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The match kicks off at 9:30 AM IST and promises to deliver old-school Test drama between two evenly matched sides with a history of tight contests.

Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the hosts with Mehidy Hasan Miraz as his deputy. Bangladesh have had to make a few forced changes: Tanzim Hasan Sakib, the exciting young quick from the white-ball circuit, gets his maiden Test call-up, stepping in for the injured Taskin Ahmed, who is still recovering from a troublesome Achilles tendon. Litton Das also misses out after injuring himself during the PSL.

The Bangladeshi batting will be anchored by experienced names like Shadman Islam, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, and Mushfiqur Rahim, while spin will be in the hands of Taijul Islam and Nayeem Hasan, alongside the pace duo of Hasan Mahmud and Tanzim.

For Zimbabwe, it’s all about comebacks and fresh starts. Veteran all-rounder Sean Williams returns from a back injury, while skipper Craig Ervine is also back at the helm after missing the previous Test against Ireland. 

Tafadzwa Tsiga, the wicketkeeper-batter, is recalled two years after debuting against the West Indies, while Wellington Masakadza also finds his way back. The only uncapped name in the squad is leggie Vincent Masekesa, offering Zimbabwe a bit of mystery spin.

BAN vs ZIM Head To Head Overview

These two sides have gone toe-to-toe in 18 Test matches so far. Bangladesh hold a slight edge with 8 wins, while Zimbabwe are close behind with 7. Three matches have ended in a draw.

Bangladesh And Zimbabwe Probable Playing XI

Bangladesh

Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Jaker Ali (wk), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

Zimbabwe

Tafadzwa Tsiga, Benjamin Curran, Nyasha Mayavo, Brian Bennett, Craig Ervine, Sean Williams, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarva, Wessly Madhevere, Victor Nyauchi

Top Run-Scorers In BAN vs ZIM Tests

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Mushfiqur Rahim

Bangladesh’s veteran batter, Mushfiqur Rahim has scored 857 runs in 10 matches against Zimbabwe at an average of 57.13, including a top score of 219*. He has 2 centuries and 3 fifties in this rivalry.

Mominul Haque

Mominul Haque has racked up 757 runs in just 8 Tests against Zimbabwe at a stellar average of 58.23, with a highest of 161. His tally includes three centuries.

Craig Ervine

Zimbabwe's skipper has notched up 303 runs in 5 Tests against Bangladesh at an average of 33.66, with a best of 107. He remains a steady presence and a vital anchor in Zimbabwe’s batting order.

Top Wicket-Takers In BAN vs ZIM Tests

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Taijul Islam

Left-arm spinner, Taijul Islam has bagged 41 wickets in 6 matches against Zimbabwe, averaging 22.12, with a best of 8/39. He also boasts three five-fers and two 10-wicket hauls.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

Mehidy Hasan Miraz has struck 20 times in just 3 Tests vs Zimbabwe at a sensational average of 17.00, with a best of 5/38. He already has two five-wicket hauls.

Wellington Masakadza

Masakadza has claimed 12 wickets in 3 Tests against Bangladesh at an average of 22.75, including a best of 4/32.

BAN vs ZIM Key Stats

Bangadesh’s Key Records

  • Bangladesh have lost the only Test they have played in Sylhet against Zimbabwe.
  • Mominul Haque is the leading run-scorer for Bangladesh at this venue, scoring 189 runs in 3 Tests at an average of 37.80, including one fifty.
  • Najmul Hossain Shanto has 171 runs in Sylhet from 3 Tests, including a hundred.
  • Taijul Islam is Bangladesh’s go-to man at this ground, with 24 wickets in just 3 Tests at an average of 19.16, including three five-wicket hauls and two ten-wicket match hauls.
  • Mominul Haque vs Blessing Muzarabani in Tests: 15 runs off 27 balls, 0 dismissals.

Zimbabwe’s Key Records

  • Zimbabwe hold the bragging rights at Sylhet, having won the only Test here against Bangladesh.
  • Sean Williams is the top Test scorer at this venue for Zimbabwe, smashing 108 runs in a single match, with a best of 88.
  • Wellington Masakadza has taken 2 wickets at Sylhet, the only Zimbabwean bowler from the current squad with previous experience at the ground.
  • Sean Williams vs Taijul Islam in Tests: 45 runs off 88 balls, 2 dismissals.
  • Sean Williams vs Mehidy Hasan Miraz in Tests: 27 runs off 57 balls, 1 dismissal.
  • Blessing Muzarabani vs Najmul Hossain Shanto in Tests: 9 runs off 20 balls, Hasan Miraz.

Records Which Could Be Broken In BAN vs ZIM 1st Test

  • Najmul Hossain Shanto needs 19 runs to surpass Mominul Haque and become the leading Test run-scorer for Bangladesh at Sylhet.
  • Mominul Haque is just 88 runs away from reaching the 4500-run milestone in Test cricket.
  • Mehidy Hasan Miraz needs 48 more runs to reach 2000 Test runs, and 10 wickets to complete 200 wickets for Bangladesh.
  • Blessing Muzarabani is 9 wickets shy of completing 50 Test wickets for Zimbabwe.