Bangladesh registered a stunning 101-run victory against the West Indies in the Jamaica Test, bringing a wave of relief and joy to their cricketing fraternity. The win, built on a slender first-innings lead and a hard-fought second innings total of 268, showcased the determination and grit of the Tigers as they triumphed on challenging Caribbean soil.

In the second innings, every run carried immense value on a pitch that offered little respite to the batters. Bangladesh's focus on scoring consistently and maintaining positivity was key to setting a target that ultimately proved insurmountable for the hosts.

Bangladesh’s stand-in skipper, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, emphasized the importance of staying positive during such challenging circumstances.

“I told the players that on this wicket, it’s tough to play without being positive. Since we had an 18-run lead, scoring runs was critical. If we could surpass 250, the match would be ours. My message was clear: stay positive,” said Miraz.

The team faced a setback when Mominul Haque fell ill and was unable to bat. This created a challenging situation, but Miraz’s leadership and tactical advice helped the team rally.

Describing the scenario, Miraz revealed how he motivated the team to adapt and keep the scoreboard ticking. “When Sourav Bhai (Mominul) fell ill, the team grew concerned because batting in that position was tough. I approached Dipu (Shahadat Hossain) and told him to play positively. I assured him that even if he felt like hitting the first ball, he should go for it. I gave him the freedom to play his natural game. He did just that, and his 28 runs were very important,” Miraz shared.

Miraz himself led by example, carrying the same mindset when he came in at number four. “When I went in to bat at number four, I had the same approach. On this wicket, every run was crucial. I told the players that even a single run mattered. We weren’t aiming to defend or overthink—it was about scoring runs consistently.”

The Jamaica Test win not only highlighted Bangladesh’s ability to adapt but also underlined their collective spirit in the face of adversity. While the match had standout performances, such as Taijul Islam’s five-wicket haul and Jaker Ali Anik’s critical innings, it was the team’s unified focus on run-making and positivity that sealed the historic victory.