Zimbabwe took control on the first day of the one‑off Test in Harare. Innocent Kaia made an impressive fifty. Fast bowler Brendon Bennett picked up crucial wickets. The hosts sustained pressure on Saturday. Kaia added crucial runs. Bennett claimed further scalps. By the close of Day 2 Zimbabwe were ahead by a solid lead. Bangladesh’s batsmen found it tough to build lasting partnerships.
Bangladesh still hopes Litton Das will play in the limited‑overs series upcoming. The Test opens Bangladesh’s 2026 tour of Zimbabwe. After that, the team will travel into the Asia Cup.