Bangladesh managed to gain an edge over New Zealand in a thrilling Test match, despite a valiant century from Kane Williamson. The match is evenly poised heading into the third day, with both teams still in contention for victory.

Bangladesh Edges New Zealand in Gripping Test despite Williamson's Century

New Zealand Trails Despite Williamson's Ton

In a thrilling Test match, Bangladesh managed to gain an edge over New Zealand despite a valiant century from their captain Kane Williamson. The visitors, trailing by 44 runs in the first innings, managed to reach 266 for eight at stumps on the second day, thanks to Williamson's 104 and a valuable 78-run partnership with Glenn Phillips.

Williamson's knock was his 29th in Test cricket, and it took him level with cricketing legends Don Bradman and Virat Kohli in terms of Test centuries. The right-hander played with great composure and resilience, maneuvering the Bangladesh bowlers with skill and experience.

However, the Bangladesh spinners, led by Taijul Islam, proved to be a formidable force. Taijul, in particular, was the pick of the bowlers, returning with figures of four for 89. He dismissed Williamson and Ish Sodhi in quick succession to break the visitors' momentum.

Occasional left-arm spinner Mominul Haque also played a crucial role, dismissing Glenn Phillips for 42 to end an important partnership. Phillips had provided valuable support to Williamson, helping the visitors recover from a shaky start.

Earlier in the day, New Zealand had bowled out Bangladesh for 310 on the first ball of the morning. Tim Southee trapped last man Shoriful leg-before for 13 to wrap up the innings.

Bangladesh's innings was built around a solid 86 from Mahmudul Hasan, while Zakir Hasan and Najmul Hossain also made significant contributions. The hosts' spinners, Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam, also chipped in with valuable wickets.

The match is evenly poised heading into the third day, with both teams still in contention for victory. New Zealand will need to bat with caution and hope for further contributions from their middle order, while Bangladesh will aim to make early inroads with their spinners.