Muzarabani, Openers Star in Zimbabwe's Thrilling Win

Zimbabwe took the lead in the Test series against Bangladesh with a nervy three-wicket win on the fourth day in Sylhet. Blessing Muzarabani's six-wicket haul and a solid 95-run opening stand between Brian Bennett and Ben Curran proved crucial in the win.

Bangladesh needed a good start with a lead of 112 and six wickets in hand, but Najmul Shanto's early dismissal set them back. Muzarabani then struck twice to leave Bangladesh in trouble. Jaker Ali's resistance was eventually ended by Muzarabani's sixth wicket, and Bangladesh were bowled out for 255.

Zimbabwe's chase began with a breezy start from Bennett and Curran, who added 95 runs before Curran was dismissed. Bennett went on to score 54, but Zimbabwe stuttered to 128/4 before late strikes from Wessly Madhevere and Ngarava eased the pressure and secured the win.

Brief Scores:

Bangladesh: 191 & 255 (Najmul Shanto 60; Blessing Muzarabani 6/72)

Zimbabwe: 273 & 174/7 (Brian Bennett 54; Mehidy Hasan 5/50)

Result: Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets