The passionate fans at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium witnessed a sensational knock from Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who turned the tide of the second Test with a remarkable century on Day 3. His gritty hundred not only thrilled the local fans but also gave Bangladesh a firm grip on the proceedings against Zimbabwe.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz shines with a splendid ton
Coming in at a time when Bangladesh needed consolidation, Mehidy held firm and stitched a crucial knock under the hot Chattogram sun. Mehidy’s century – the second of his Test career – came in the 125th over when he guided the ball to the right of short fine leg and scampered for a single that etched his name into the day’s headlines.
Upon reaching the milestone, Mehidy celebrated in style – a raised bat, a kiss to the willow, and a Sajda (prostration) of gratitude – all met with a rousing reception from teammates and fans alike.
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Bangladesh tighten their grip following Mehidy’s batting brilliance
Bangladesh, resuming on a strong foundation built by Shadman Islam’s earlier century, pushed on to dominate the Zimbabwean bowlers. Eventually, the hosts posted an impressive 444, before getting all-out and establishing a formidable lead of 217 runs.
Shadman’s knock had laid the bricks, but it was Mehidy’s composed and calculated innings that solidified Bangladesh’s advantage, turning the contest heavily in their favour.
As Mehidy reached three figures, social media lit up with praise from fans across the country. Cricket enthusiasts flooded social media platforms with congratulatory messages, memes, and highlights celebrating the all-rounder’s effort.
Here is how fans reacted:
Heartiest congratulations to Mehidy Hasan Miraz for his 2nd test 100, came at the crease at 267/5 & added 177 runs with the lower order. Miraz has now scored 730 runs and is the leading scorer for Bangladesh in test cricket since March 2024. Bangladesh takes a lead of 217 runs. pic.twitter.com/8HPLHp3VHb
— Athar Ali Khan (@AtharAliKhan97) April 30, 2025
2nd test century by Miraz
Most runs for Bangladesh in last 2 years
893 – Moninul
876 – Shanto
867 – MirazMost wickets for Bangladesh in last 2 years
52 – Miraz
50 – Taijul
31 – HasanMehidy Hasan Miraz carrying Bangladesh in test cricket. pic.twitter.com/2mhLvlGSGH
— Abul Hasanat (@iamhasanat) April 30, 2025
Wonderful hundred for Mehidy Hasan Miraz.
Test Hundred No :2 #BANvZIM pic.twitter.com/t3I9EP86gS— Korban Ali (@Mdkorbanali) April 30, 2025
A fantastic 2nd Test ton for Mehidy Hasan Miraz!!!
What a fantastic series he’s having with bat and ball!#BANvZIM pic.twitter.com/M46Z2zOmEq
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) April 30, 2025
2️⃣nd Test hundred by Mehidy Hasan Miraz 🙌🏏#Cricket #BANvZIM #MehidyHasanMiraz #BangladeshCricket pic.twitter.com/Dlt50YSI5u
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 30, 2025
All-rounders to score multiple hundreds and take multiple fifers in Test cricket since 2020:
– Ravichandran Ashwin
– Ravindra Jadeja
– Mehidy Hasan Miraz#BANvZIM
— Saptak Sanyal (@SanyalwithStats) April 30, 2025
Congratulations Mehidy Hasan Miraz. https://t.co/dvRWiZilms
— Sk. Asif Hossain🇧🇩 (@asifbipu) April 30, 2025
Mehidy Hasan Miraz got his TON #banvzim
— Charles (@bobbykamazu) April 30, 2025
Mehidy Hasan Miraz once again proved why he is a solid contender to become a legendary all-rounder in future. A stunning second Test century for him which put Bangladesh in a commanding position in the 2nd Test against Zimbabwe.#MehidyHasanMiraz #BANvsZIM
— IPL (@WatchIPLvideos) April 30, 2025
Mehidy Hasan Miraz raises his bat for a brilliant second Test century 💯#BANvZIM 📝 : https://t.co/RzUztQzShM pic.twitter.com/vASQRtRc4p
— Omar Faruque (@OmarFar46196492) April 30, 2025
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