West Indies opening batsman Mikyle Louis and Alick Athanaze both came close to scoring their first test centuries on day one of the first test match against Bangladesh. Louis made 97 runs off 218 balls while Athanaze scored 90 runs off 130 deliveries. However, they both fell short of their milestone due to rare rash shots, with Louis falling to a key wicket from Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz. The pair's partnership of 140 runs helped rebuild the West Indies innings after a shaky start.
West Indies Batters Fall Short of Centuries in Test Opener Against Bangladesh
In the ongoing first test match between the West Indies and Bangladesh, West Indies openers Mikyle Louis and Alick Athanaze showcased their potential, coming close to scoring their maiden test centuries.
Louis, making his test debut, played a patient innings, compiling 97 runs from 218 deliveries, falling just three runs short of a major milestone. Athanaze, with 90 runs off 130 balls, also narrowly missed out on his first test century.
However, both batters paid the price for rare rash shots, with Louis dismissed by Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz in a crucial moment of the game. Athanaze, on the other hand, was caught behind off the bowling of Shoriful Islam.
The pair's 140-run partnership played a vital role in rebuilding the West Indies innings after a shaky start. However, their untimely dismissals prevented them from fully capitalizing on the platform they built.
Background:
The West Indies and Bangladesh have a long history of competitive test matches, with Bangladesh having won their first-ever test match against the West Indies in 2009. Since then, the two teams have played 23 test matches, with the West Indies holding a slight edge with 12 wins to Bangladesh's 9.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers:
1. Who is Mikyle Louis?
Mikyle Louis is a right-handed opening batsman from Grenada who made his test debut in the ongoing match against Bangladesh.
2. What is Alick Athanaze's batting average in test cricket?
Alick Athanaze has not yet scored a century in test cricket, so his batting average is currently 29.00.
3. How many test wickets has Mehidy Hasan Miraz taken?
Mehidy Hasan Miraz has taken 118 wickets in 36 test matches, including the key wicket of Louis in the ongoing match.
4. What is the current score in the first test between the West Indies and Bangladesh?
At the time of writing, the match is in progress, with Bangladesh leading by 27 runs in the second innings.
5. When will the second test match between the West Indies and Bangladesh start?
The second test match between the West Indies and Bangladesh is scheduled to begin on June 24, 2023.
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