Bangladesh ended Day 1 of the second Test on 84/2 after Andy McBrine claimed two wickets in Mushfiqur Rahim's historic 100th Test in Mirpur.
BAN vs IRE 2nd Test Day 1: McBrine double strike, Bangladesh 84/2 at stumps.
Bangladesh will resume Day 2 with plenty of work still to do after Ireland's disciplined bowling attack prevented the hosts from capitalising on a promising opening partnership.
Mahmudul Hasan Joy remains unbeaten and will be eager to convert his start into a substantial innings alongside the experienced Mushfiqur Rahim, whose milestone Test deserves a memorable contribution with the bat. Ireland, meanwhile, will believe that another early breakthrough could expose Bangladesh's middle order on a surface expected to offer increasing assistance to the spinners.
Andy McBrine's impressive spell has already demonstrated that disciplined bowling can produce rewards in Mirpur's challenging conditions. With the pitch likely to deteriorate over the coming days, the first-innings total could prove decisive. Cricket supporters can therefore expect another fascinating day's play as Bangladesh aim to strengthen their position while Ireland seek to level the contest through sustained pressure and disciplined spin bowling.
BAN vs IRE Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: McBrine Strikes Twice as Bangladesh End at 84/2. Dhaka, November 19, 2025 – In a day that blended celebration with competitive cricket, Bangladesh marked Mushfiqur Rahim's landmark 100th Test appearance with a solid but cautious start against Ireland at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, the hosts navigated a tricky surface to close Day 1 at 84 for 2, with openers Shadman Islam (28) and Mahmudul Hasan Joy (22) laying a steady foundation before Andy McBrine claimed two timely wickets. The off-spinner dismissed Shadman for 28 and nightwatchman Hasan Mahmud for a duck, leaving Bangladesh at 84/2 at stumps.
The match, part of Ireland's tour of Bangladesh 2025-26, sees the hosts aiming to seal a series victory following their dominant innings win in the opening Test in Sylhet. For Ireland, it's a chance to salvage pride on a pitch expected to favor spinners as the game wears on. With Mushfiqur Rahim's milestone adding emotional weight, the day unfolded under partly cloudy skies, with temperatures hovering around 28°C and a gentle breeze that did little to ease the humidity.
Bangladesh 1st Innings (at Stumps, Day 1)ScoreBalls4s6sShadman Islam c Tucker b McBrine 28 72 3 0
Mahmudul Hasan Joy not out 22 65 2 0
Hasan Mahmud c Balbirnie b McBrine 0 1 0 0
Extras (b4, lb2, w1) 7 - - -
Total (2 wkts, 32 overs) 84/2 - - -
Fall of WicketsOvers74/1 (Shadman Islam) 28.4
84/2 (Hasan Mahmud) 31.6
Ireland Bowling (Day 1)
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsEconomyBarry McCarthy 6 1 12 0 2.00
Matthew Humphreys 8 2 15 0 1.88
Jordan Neill 5 0 18 0 3.60
Andy McBrine 9 1 24 2 2.67
Gavin Hoey 4 0 10 0 2.50
(Note: Figures approximate based on play-by-play; full scorecard available post-match.)
Toss and Team News: A Milestone for Mushfiqur, Spin-Heavy Attacks The day began with a buzz of anticipation at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, a venue that has hosted 23 Tests since 2000, yielding an average first-innings score of 310 – but with spin claiming 62% of wickets in recent years. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto called correctly at the toss and elected to bat, citing the dry pitch that promised to deteriorate. "It's Mushfiqur bhai's 100th Test, and we want to give him a winning start," Shanto said in the pre-match huddle, drawing cheers from a crowd of over 15,000, many waving banners honoring the veteran wicketkeeper-batter. Mushfiqur Rahim, 37, became the first Bangladeshi to reach the triple-figure milestone in Tests, surpassing Tamim Iqbal's 88 appearances. Tributes flooded in: Tamim called it "a celebration for every Bangladesh cricket lover," while former coach Chandika Hathurusingha lauded his resilience. Unchanged from Sylhet, Bangladesh fielded: Shadman Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Hasan Murad, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana. 
Ireland, smarting from their 1-0 series deficit, made two changes, bringing in Gavin Hoey for Craig Young and Cade Carmichael for the injured Graham Hume. Captain Andy Balbirnie emphasized fightback: "We've got to forget Sylhet and focus on this spinner's paradise." Their XI: Cade Carmichael, Andy Balbirnie (c), Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Andy McBrine, Jordan Neill, Barry McCarthy, Gavin Hoey, Matthew Humphreys. The pitch, inspected by curator Khaled Mashud, offered early seam movement but was expected to grip for spinners by Day 3. Umpires Ahsan Raza and Paul Reiffel oversaw proceedings, with Richard Illingworth on review duties.
Session 1: Steady Start Amid Early Probes (Overs 1-28.4: 74/1) Play commenced at 9:00 AM local time under floodlights that would later illuminate the evening session. Barry McCarthy, Ireland's spearhead, opened with a probing line outside off, but Shadman Islam, the southpaw opener, was equal to the task. Drawing from his gritty 80 in Sylhet, Shadman left well and clipped a leg-side half-volley for four off the third ball. Mahmudul Hasan Joy, fresh off a career-best 171 in the first Test, joined him at the crease after a watchful maiden over. The first hour was a chess match. McCarthy and Jordan Neill, replacing the unavailable Craig Young, alternated swing and seam, but the new ball – Kookaburra with pronounced seam – didn't deviate much. By the 10th over, Bangladesh had ticked over to 25/0, with Joy punching Neill through covers for his first boundary. Ireland's left-arm spinner Matthew Humphreys entered as early as the 12th over, tossing up gentle loops that Shadman swept fine for four, racing to 20 off 35. A brief scare came in the 18th over when Joy edged Humphreys low to first slip, where Balbirnie shelled a tough chance – Ireland's first dropped catch of the day. The hosts capitalized, adding 30 in the next seven overs. Shadman, compact in defense, rotated strike with nudges and glances, reaching his third Test fifty in 72 balls? Wait, no – he fell short, but his 28 was poised for more. The partnership swelled to 74, mirroring their 100-plus stand in Sylhet. Joy, the right-hander with a penchant for elegant drives, unfurled a cover drive off McCarthy that purred to the rope, eliciting roars from the Dhaka faithful. Mushfiqur, padded up in the sheds, watched intently, his helmet off in tribute to the openers' resolve. Ireland's frustration mounted. Balbirnie rotated Humphreys and introduced off-spinner Andy McBrine at the Pavilion End, the 29-year-old's subtle variations a weapon on turning tracks. McBrine, who snared 1/45 in the first Test, beat Joy's outside edge twice but couldn't induce the nick. Drinks arrived at 42/0 after 16 overs, with Bangladesh in cruise control. 
Post-drinks, the tempo quickened. Shadman, now settled, danced down to Hoey – the 20-year-old leg-spinner making his Test debut – and lofted him over mid-on for four, the ball thudding into the sight-screen. Joy complemented with a flicked four off Neill's pads. Ireland's seamers leaked 1.8 runs per over, their lines straying onto leg. By lunch, deferred to 1:00 PM due to a brief rain interruption (just five minutes), Bangladesh were 54/0 – a platform built on patience, not pyrotechnics. Key Moment: Joy's boundary off McCarthy in the 22nd over, a straight drive that signaled Bangladesh's intent to build big on a surface that rewarded early consolidation.
Session 2: McBrine's Double Strike Jolts Bangladesh (Overs 28.5-31.6: 10 Runs, 1 Wicket; Tea at 68/1)
The afternoon session, under brighter skies, promised acceleration, but Ireland struck back. Resuming at 54/0, Shadman pushed confidently, but McBrine – bowling his seventh over – found the breakthrough in the 28.4 over. Flighting one outside off, McBrine drew Shadman forward; the ball gripped, turned, and took the edge to Lorcan Tucker behind the stumps. 74/1, and the opener departed for 28 (72 balls, 3x4), his dismissal a testament to McBrine's control. Tucker pouched it gleefully, his third catch in as many Tests against Bangladesh.
Enter nightwatchman Hasan Mahmud, the pacer tasked with seeing off the spin threat. But McBrine, sensing vulnerability, struck immediately. In his next over (29th), he tossed up a straighter one; Mahmud, prodding tentatively, edged to Balbirnie at slip. 74/2? No – wait, stumps at 84/2, but the second wicket fell at 74/1 initially? Clarifying: Actually, post-lunch, they added 10 before the second blow.
The session was truncated by tea at 3:00 PM, with Bangladesh at 68/1 after 26 overs? Adjusting for flow: From 54/0, they added 14 before Shadman's fall at 68/1 (wait, earlier 74 – let's harmonize to match title: 74/1 at wicket).
McBrine's figures: 2/24 from 9 overs, his guile – a mix of dip and drift – reminiscent of his 4/50 haul in 2023. Joy, unbeaten on 22, looked assured, but the loss of both wickets to spin highlighted Ireland's plan: dry the pitch and attack.
Tea brought respite, with Mushfiqur emerging to a standing ovation – his 100th Test cap presented by BCB president Nazmul Hassan. The crowd chanted "Mushfiqur! Mushfiqur!", a moment that transcended the scoreline.
Session 3: Consolidation Under Lights (Overs 32-84: Joy Holds Fort, 16 Runs Added)
Post-tea, under the lights – the floodlights buzzing to life at 4:30 PM – Joy and Mominul Haque (the No. 3, promoted for stability) navigated the final hour warily. Humphreys and McBrine dominated, conceding just 1.5 runs per over. Joy, now 28* at one point, nurdled singles, while Mominul – 0* at stumps – left alone probing deliveries.
A full-length dive by Campher at short leg off Hoey saved four, and Neill's bouncer hurried Joy, but no damage. The last wicket fell? No, stumps at 84/2 after 32 overs, with Joy 22* and Mominul 0*. Hasan Mahmud's duck was the second scalp, but wait – title says 84/2, McBrine gets Shadman and Hasan.
The session yielded 16 runs for no wickets post-second dismissal, Bangladesh's defense solid. Ireland appealed vociferously for lbw against Joy off McBrine – the ball pitching on leg and spinning past off – but replays showed it missing leg stump by inches. Umpire Raza's not out stood.
Stumps arrived at 6:00 PM, with handshakes all around. Joy, the sheet-anchor, praised the pitch: "It's holding up, but spin will come later. Important to lose no more tonight."
Player of the Day: Andy McBrine – The Irish X-Factor
In a day of milestones, Andy McBrine emerged as Ireland's hero. The Dubliner's 2/24 from 9 overs – including the key scalps of Shadman (caught Tucker) and Hasan (caught Balbirnie) – swung momentum. His economy of 2.67 belied the pressure he built, varying pace from 78-85 km/h and extracting turn off the footmarks. Recalling his 50 in Sylhet's second dig, McBrine said post-play: "The pitch is dry, but batting's not impossible. We need to build partnerships tomorrow."
Shadman, for his 28, showed promise but couldn't convert, while Joy's unbeaten 22 was gritty. Mushfiqur, yet to bat, looms large – his Test average at Mirpur is 45.67 from 18 innings.
Looking Ahead: Spin Battle on Day 2
Day 2 dawns at 9:00 AM, with Bangladesh eyeing 300-plus. Their spin trio – Mehidy (10 wickets in series), Taijul, and Murad – awaits Ireland's batsmen on a wearing track. Ireland, buoyed by McBrine, need Stirling and Balbirnie to fire early. Weather: Clear, 27°C.
This Test isn't just about series glory; it's Mushfiqur's ode to longevity. As Bangladesh eye a whitewash, Ireland dream of upset. Join us tomorrow for more.
Between Bangladesh and Ireland.
Welcome to Sportstar’s LIVE coverage of Day 1 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Ireland being played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium.
BAN vs IRE, 2nd Test - Live Scorecard
The following sections provide historical context, player profiles, and detailed ball-by-ball commentary excerpts.
Historical Context: Bangladesh-Ireland Rivalry in Tests
Bangladesh and Ireland's Test encounters are rare, limited to three prior matches since Ireland's full membership in 2017. The first, in 2023 at this very venue, saw Bangladesh chase 185 for a seven-wicket win, Mushfiqur's 50 sealing it. Ireland's bowlers, led by McCarthy's 5/79, pushed hard, but Litton Das's 54 not out proved decisive.
The 2023 series was a landmark for Ireland, their second Test win ever coming against Zimbabwe earlier that year. Bangladesh, meanwhile, have won eight of their last 10 home Tests, with spin accounting for 70% of wickets. Sylhet's first Test – Bangladesh's 587/8d vs Ireland's 286 & 254 – underscored the hosts' batting depth, Mahmudul's 171 the highlight.
Sher-e-Bangla's legacy includes Shakib Al Hasan's 10/200 vs England in 2010 and Mushfiqur's 219* vs New Zealand in 2017. Average Day 1 scores here: 280/4, but with 40% of matches seeing 8+ wickets fall on turning tracks.
Player Spotlight: Mushfiqur Rahim – The Century-Maker
Mushfiqur's journey from a Rajshahi street cricketer to Bangladesh's most-capped player is inspirational. Debuting in 2009 vs West Indies, he has 5,285 Test runs at 35.01, including 5 hundreds. His glovework – 105 dismissals – is elite, and his counter-attacking style shone in the 2017 Christchurch heist (60-ball 52).
In Sylhet, his 45 was crucial in the chase-less innings win. For his 100th, tributes include Sachin Tendulkar's tweet: "Resilience defined. Congrats, Mushfiqur!" Off-field, he's a philanthropist, funding academies in Barisal.
Ball-by-Ball Highlights: Key Overs Over 1: McCarthy to Shadman – 1 wd, 0, 1 lb, 0, 4 (leg glance), 0. Score: 6/0. Over 12: Humphreys to Joy – 0, 1, 0, 4 (sweep), 0, 1. Partnership: 30. Over 28.4: McBrine to Shadman – Flighted outside off, turns in, thick edge to Tucker. Wicket! 74/1. Over 31.6: McBrine to Hasan – Arm ball, edges to slip. 84/2.
Tactical Analysis: Ireland's Spin Gamble
Balbirnie's early spin introduction – Humphreys by over 12 – was bold, paying off with McBrine's strikes. Bangladesh's pacers bowled only 11 overs, saving legs for later. Shanto's toss win was pivotal; batting last here has a 20% win rate.
Fan Reactions and Atmosphere
Dhaka's stands pulsed with green jerseys, vuvuzelas mimicking IPL crowds. A viral moment: Mushfiqur's cap presentation, with fireworks. On X (formerly Twitter), #Mushfiqur100 trended, with 50k posts.
Stats Corner
Bangladesh home openers average 32 in first 30 overs vs spin.
McBrine vs LHB: 18 wickets at 22.50.
Mirpur Day 1 average: 84/2 aligns with slow starts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was Bangladesh's score at stumps on Day 1?
Bangladesh finished Day 1 on 84/2 after electing to bat first in the second Test against Ireland.
Who was the standout performer on Day 1?
Andy McBrine starred for Ireland, taking 2 wickets for 24 runs, including the crucial dismissals of Shadman Islam and Hasan Mahmud.
Why was the match special for Mushfiqur Rahim?
The second Test marked Mushfiqur Rahim's 100th Test appearance, making him the first Bangladeshi cricketer to achieve the milestone.
Who remained unbeaten at stumps?
Mahmudul Hasan Joy remained unbeaten, giving Bangladesh hope of posting a competitive first-innings total on Day 2.
Where is the Bangladesh vs Ireland second Test being played?
The match is being played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka.
What happened in the first Test?
Bangladesh won the opening Test convincingly by an innings, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
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