Watch Video: Earthquake Shakes Stadium During BAN vs IRE Test Match

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Earthquake Shakes Stadium During BAN vs IRE Test Match: An unexpected 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium on the third day of the second Test between Bangladesh and Ireland in Dhaka, forcing a brief halt in play.

BAN vs IRE Earthquake in Dhaka Test

• Earthquake intensity and location: 5.5 magnitude, with the epicenter recorded near Madhabadi/Narsingdi, about 40 km from Dhaka.
• Time: The incident occurred at approximately 10:38 am local time, during Ireland's second innings.
• Impact: The tremor was felt in many parts of Bangladesh and eastern India.
• Interruption: Fans panicked, and the match was halted for approximately three minutes.
• Evacuations: As a standard safety precaution, both dressing rooms and the media center (a five-story structure) were quickly evacuated. Players gathered near the pitch, while fans left their seats.
• No damage reported: There are no reports of any major casualties or structural damage to the venue.

Watch the video of the earthquake in BAN vs IRE Dhaka Test

Strong earthquake in Bangladesh, hope everyone is safe. ?? pic.twitter.com/VZ4QwbS9qm

— ICC Asia Cricket (@ICCAsiaCricket) November 21, 2025

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