Zimbabwe secures first Test victory against Bangladesh by three wickets

Zimbabwe stunned Bangladesh by winning the first Test in Sylhet by three wickets, marking their first Test victory in four years and taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The visitors chased down a target of 174, with Brian Bennett providing crucial runs and Blessing Muzarabani starring with a nine-wicket match haul. Despite Mehidy Hasan Miraz's impressive performance—claiming his 200th Test wicket and two five-wicket hauls—the Bangladesh bowlers couldn't prevent Zimbabwe from recovering after a late collapse. Key partnerships from Bennett and Ben Curran gave Zimbabwe a strong start, but Bangladesh fought back through Miraz and Taijul Islam, making the finish tense. Ultimately, Wesley Madhevere's boundary off Miraz sealed the win for Zimbabwe. This victory was historic for Zimbabwe, representing their highest successful chase in an overseas Test.