West Indies top-order batter Amir Jangoo reached a major milestone on the opening day of the test match against Bangladesh in Sylhet, bringing up his second career test century in only his seventh appearance in the long format. His resolute and commanding performance anchored the touring team’s innings after an unstable start, putting the Caribbean side in a commanding position at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
The visitors had found themselves in early trouble when the Bangladeshi bowling unit made swift inroads into the top order. Fast bowler Taskin Ahmed made an immediate impact upon his return to the side, striking early to reduce the West Indies to a precarious 27 for three during the morning session. However, Jangoo showed remarkable composure under pressure. Walking out to bat amidst the early collapse, he combined tight defensive discipline with selective aggression to steady the ship and neutralize the home side’s momentum.
By the end of the third session, the West Indies had reached 216 for four in 65 overs before deteriorating visibility forced an early conclusion to the day’s play. Jangoo remained unbeaten on 102 off 155 deliveries, capping off his landmark achievement in dramatic style by stepping down the track to loft spinner Taijul Islam over the boundary for a straight six. Alongside him, middle-order batter Justin Greaves provided invaluable support, remaining non-striker on 26 off 48 balls. Together, the duo constructed an unbroken partnership to ensure the visitors maintained their advantage.
The current fixture carries significant weight for both teams. The West Indies currently hold a 1-0 lead in the two-match series following an eight-wicket victory in the opening test in Dhaka. This match also represents the final fixture of their 2025–27 World Test Championship cycle, making a strong first-innings total essential to cementing their series win. Bangladesh’s bowlers, despite early success through Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud, will need to regroup quickly on the second morning to break this mounting partnership before the West Indies build an insurmountable lead.
