Hridoy, Mushfiqur resistance helps Tigers salvage draw

Bangladesh produced a determined final-day fightback to earn a draw against West Indies in the second Test in Sylhet on Monday, although the visitors claimed the two-match series 1-0.

Chasing a formidable 369 for victory, Bangladesh finished on 184 for four after bad light brought an early end to the contest. The two captains subsequently agreed to a draw, allowing West Indies to leave with the series honours following their eight-wicket victory in the opening Test in Mirpur.

The home side's resistance was led by Towhid Hridoy and Mushfiqur Rahim, who joined forces after Bangladesh had lost two early wickets. The pair added 135 runs for the third wicket, keeping the visitors at bay through a crucial period of the afternoon.

Hridoy scored 82 from 140 deliveries, while Mushfiqur made 49 off 123 balls. Their partnership transformed a difficult position into one from which Bangladesh could negotiate the remaining overs without further collapse.

West Indies had resumed the day on 345 for three and declared at 398 for six, setting Bangladesh a challenging target. Kavem Hodge extended his overnight 140 to 142, while Nayeem Hasan took two wickets in the morning session. Mehidy Hasan Miraz also claimed two wickets.

Bangladesh had earlier taken a 30-run first-innings lead after scoring 386 in reply to West Indies' 356. Hridoy was the standout performer, making an unbeaten 242.

The final result gave West Indies a 1-0 series victory, while Bangladesh avoided a second consecutive defeat and finished the Sylhet Test with a spirited display of resistance.