Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Shan Masood's Dismissal Sparks Controversy During 1st Test
Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match Summary
On August 21, the Pakistan cricket team faced Bangladesh in the first Test at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bowl first, resulting in an early advantage as the hosts quickly lost three wickets, including captain Shan Masood and star batter Babar Azam.
Shan Masood's Controversial Dismissal
Shan Masood's dismissal on a delivery from Shoriful Islam raised eyebrows after the on-field umpire initially ruled him not out. Bangladesh's review overturned this decision, yet many questioned the clarity of the DRS intervention. The ultra-edge technology showed inconsistencies, leading to a buzz among fans whether he was incorrectly dismissed.
- Shoriful Islam took two wickets.
- Hasan Mahmud claimed one wicket.
- A partnership of 65 runs between Saim Ayub and Saud Shakeel steadied Pakistan's innings.
As Pakistan batted at 81/3, the controversy surrounding Shan Masood's dismissal continued to dominate discussions, amplified by the PCB's viral tweets asking fans for their opinions on the umpire's call.
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