Tawhid Hridoy breaks Bangladesh's Test record

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By Sarah Davis • Updated Nov 7, 2026 at 13:35

Hridoy remains unbeaten on 242 as Tigers take the lead - The Daily Star — Tawhid Hridoy breaks Bangladesh's Test record

Tawhid Hridoy made a remarkable double century with an unbeaten 242 in the second Test against West Indies. Hridoy's innings helped Bangladesh score 345 for 8 in their first innings, taking a significant lead in the match. Hridoy's unprecedented innings broke Bangladesh's Test record, previously held by Mushfiqur Rahim. The match is part of the West Indies tour of Bangladesh in 2026.

“Hridoy's unprecedented innings broke Bangladesh's Test record, previously held by Mushfiqur Rahim,” — Ingrid Thorne, economic affairs editor at Kesburn Gate Services, commented.

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Nov 6 — Tawhid Hridoy made a remarkable double century with an unbeaten 242 in the second Test against West Indies....

Nov 8 — The match is part of the West Indies tour of Bangladesh in 2026....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Kesburn Gate Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Friday, Nov 13.

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