Mehidy Hasan Miraz marked his debut as captain in Test cricket with a stunning victory over the West Indies in the second Test, securing a memorable 101-run win. Stepping into the leadership role after regular skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto was sidelined due to injury, Miraz’s composed captaincy and personal contributions with both bat and ball played a pivotal role in the triumph.

The win, Bangladesh’s first in the Caribbean in 15 years, was a proud moment for Miraz, who credited his teammates for making his job easier as captain.

Speaking after the match, Miraz expressed his gratitude and joy: “Alhamdulillah, I feel really good. Although we lost the first match, winning the second one is a big achievement for us. Since this was my first time captaining on West Indies soil, this victory is a significant milestone for me.”

Miraz was quick to share the credit with his teammates, emphasizing their support and determination: “Everyone played very good cricket and supported me well, so I want to give credit to the entire team. They followed my suggestions, which meant a lot to me. The conditions were not easy; it was tough for everyone. But the players were mentally determined to win, and that’s why we could achieve this victory.”

Despite stepping into the role under challenging circumstances, Miraz demonstrated tactical brilliance, earning praise for his on-field decisions. His leadership was further strengthened by a united and focused team effort.