Khurram Shehzad leads charge as Pakistan bowlers dismantle Bangladesh A

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Pakistan bowlers showcased sheer dominance, picking up seven wickets on Friday's opening day of the second four-day match against Bangladesh A. 

Shaheens restricted Bangladesh A to 258 runs in the first innings, demonstrating a potent bowling attack.

Opting to bat first, Bangladesh A struggled from the onset, losing crucial wickets early. 

Despite a valiant effort, the Bengal Tigers faced pressure throughout their innings. The team was at a precarious 104 for 4 at one point, attempting to stabilize their innings.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy provided a brief respite with a brilliant 69 runs off 90 deliveries, momentarily putting the team on the front foot. His resistance ended when Kashif Ali dismissed him. 

Aich Mollah followed with a solid performance, scoring 55 runs from 80 deliveries before falling to Kamran Ghulam.

Opening batter Parvez Hossain Emon managed 30 runs from 75 deliveries but was dismissed by Khurram Shehzad. 

Other batters, including Shadman Islam Anik (4), Amite Hasan (7), Shahadat Hossain Dipu (1), and Hasan Murad (0), failed to make significant contributions.

Khurram Shehzad continued his onslaught, dismissing Mahidul Islam Bhuiyan Ankon for 31 runs.

Rejaur Rahman Raja was the ninth wicket to fall, scoring 28 off 34 deliveries, while Ripon Mondol was the last victim, contributing 17 runs from 39 deliveries.

Pakistan's bowling attack, led by Shehzad, put on an impressive show, preventing Bangladesh A from posting a substantial total. 

Shehzad was the standout bowler, claiming three key wickets. Kamran Ghulam, Kashif Ali, and Faisal Akram each picked up two wickets in their spells.

Pakistan's batting started on a disappointing note as they lost two quick wickets.

The opening pair was sent back to the pavilion by Ripon Mondol. Haseebullah was dismissed after scoring 18 off 46 balls, while skipper Sahibzada Farhan managed only 4 runs from 13 deliveries.

Pakistan Shaheens ended the opening day at 39 runs for the loss of two wickets, trailing by 219 runs, with Omair Bin Yousuf and Mohammad Ali at the crease.