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Hasan Mahmud Breaks Record for Most 5-Wicket Hauls by Bangladeshi Pacer: Records are frequently set and broken on the cricket field, but some achievements add a new dimension to a player's career. Hasan Mahmud, a young and talented fast bowler for the Bangladesh cricket team, has reached a historic milestone in the ongoing Test match against the West Indies. Through his lethal bowling, he has secured the top spot among Bangladeshi fast bowlers.
Bangladesh vs West Indies Test Series Highlights
A two-Test series is currently being played between Bangladesh and the West Indies, which forms part of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship. The West Indies emerged victorious in the first match of the series, and the second encounter is now underway at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
After winning the toss, the West Indies elected to bat first. On the second day of the match, 27-year-old fast bowler Hasan Mahmud spearheaded the Bangladeshi bowling attack, delivering an outstanding performance by claiming five wickets in the West Indies' first innings.
Hasan Mahmud Breaks Shahadat Hossain's Test Record
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Ever since his debut in Test cricket, Hasan Mahmud has consistently delivered impressive performances. He has effectively led the Bangladeshi pace-bowling unit. By taking his fifth wicket in the Sylhet Test against the West Indies, Hasan Mahmud has become the fast bowler with the most five-wicket hauls for Bangladesh in Test cricket.
In doing so, he has surpassed former fast bowler Shahadat Hossain, who achieved the feat of taking five wickets in an innings four times during his Test career.
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Hasan Mahmud: Test Career Stats & Overall Ranking
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This achievement highlights the impressive journey of Hasan Mahmud:
- Total Test Matches: 19
- Innings: 33rd innings
- Five-Wicket Hauls: 5th instance
Among all Bangladeshi bowlers (including spinners), the record for the most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket is held by star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who has achieved this feat 19 times. With this significant leap, Hasan Mahmud has now moved into fifth place on this historic list—a remarkable achievement for any Bangladeshi fast bowler.
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