Hasan's six-for highlights Bangladesh's pace progress

Hasan Mahmud delivered another statement performance in international cricket, taking six wickets to lead Bangladesh's fightback against West Indies on the second day of the Sylhet Test.

The right-arm pacer finished with figures of six for 90 from 24 overs as West Indies were dismissed for 356 in their first innings. His performance gave Bangladesh a much-needed boost after the visitors had resumed the day at 235 for four.

Hasan made an immediate impact, removing overnight centurion Amir Jangoo for 133 before dismissing West Indies captain Roston Chase for a duck with the next delivery. The double strike briefly raised hopes of a hat-trick, but Joshua Bishop survived after successfully reviewing the decision.

Hasan later removed Bishop for 23 to complete his fifth five-wicket haul in Test cricket. He added the wickets of Shamar Joseph and another West Indies batter to finish with six.

It was his second six-wicket haul in the format, underlining his growing importance to Bangladesh's pace attack.

Taskin Ahmed also contributed with two wickets, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed two as Bangladesh eventually wrapped up the West Indies innings.

Hasan's performance was particularly significant given the visitors' strong position at the start of the day. However, Bangladesh's batting struggles later overshadowed the pacer's achievement, leaving the hosts at 88 for three at stumps.

His spell nevertheless offered Bangladesh a positive sign ahead of the remaining days of the Test.