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Ban Vs Zim Statistical Preview Key Stats Records And Head To Head Ahead Of The 2Nd Test

BAN vs ZIM Statistical Preview: Key Stats, Records And Head To Head Ahead Of The 2nd Test

BAN vs ZIM preview [Source: @ZimCricketv/x.com]

The red-ball action continues as Bangladesh gears up to take on Zimbabwe in the second and final Test of the series, starting Monday, April 28 at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram. The high-octane clash will kick off at 9:30 AM IST.

Zimbabwe stunned the hosts in the first Test, grabbing a historic 3-wicket win. While Blessing Muzarabani starred with a nine-wicket haul, Bangladesh will be desperate to bounce back and level the series.

BAN vs ZIM Head To Head Overview

Bangladesh and Zimbabwe have faced each other in 19 Test matches so far. Both sides have won 8 matches each while three matches have ended in draws, showing how close this rivalry has been over the years.

Bangladesh And Zimbabwe Probable Playing XI

Bangladesh

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

Zimbabwe

Brian Benett, Ben Curran, Nick Welch, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine (c), Wessly Madhevere, Nyasha Mayavo (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarva, 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 seasoned campaigner, Mushfiqur Rahim, has amassed 865 runs in 11 Tests against Zimbabwe at an outstanding average of 50.88 with best score of 219*. He has hammered two centuries and three fifties against Zimbabwe.

Mominul Haque

Mominul Haque has been a thorn in Zimbabwe's side as he has piled up 860 runs in just 9 Tests at a brilliant average of 57.33. His run-tally includes three centuries and four half-centuries with a top score of 161.

Craig Ervine

Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine has collected 321 runs from 6 Tests against Bangladesh at an average of 29.18. His best score is a crucial 107 which shows his ability to anchor innings under pressure.

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 wreaked havoc against Zimbabwe, picking up 43 wickets in just 7 matches at an average of 23.95 with a best of 8/39. He also has four five-wicket hauls and one 10-wicket match haul to his name.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

Mehidy Hasan Miraz has been Bangladesh's golden arm against Zimbabwe as he has snagged 30 wickets in 4 Tests at a brilliant avaerage of 14.73. His best bowling performance stands at 5/38, and he boasts four five-fers in this rivalry.

Blessing Muzarabani

Zimbabwe’s pace spearhead Blessing Muzarabani has already scalped 13 wickets in just 2 Tests against Bangladesh with a sensational best of 6/72 which came in the last match. He is averaging 18.69 against the Tigers.

BAN vs ZIM Key Stats

Bangladesh’s Key Records

Bangladesh have won the only Test they have played at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium against Zimbabwe.
Mominul Haque is Bangladesh’s leading run-scorer at this venue vs Zimbabwe in Tests with 179 runs in 1 Test at an average of 179.00, including a best of 131*.
Taijul Islam vs Craig Ervine in Tests: 91 balls, 65 runs conceded, 3 dismissals.
Mominul Haque vs Richard Ngarava in Tests: 75 balls, 37 runs scored, 0 dismissals.

Zimbabwe’s Key Records

Zimbabwe have lost the only Test they have played at this venue against Bangladesh.
Craig Ervine has scored 30 runs in his only Test at this venue.
Blessing Muzarabani vs Mehidy Hasan Miraz in Tests: 9 balls, 10 runs, 2 dismissals.
Brian Bennett vs Hasan Mahmud: 26 balls, 23 runs scored, 0 dismissals.

Records Which Could Be Broken In BAN vs ZIM 2nd Test

Mehidy Hasan Miraz needs 36 more runs to complete 2000 Test runs.
Najmul Hossain Shanto needs 134 more runs to reach 2000 Test runs.
Shadman Islam needs 39 runs to complete 1000 Test runs.
Sean Williams needs 69 runs to complete 1500 Test runs.