Mushfiqur Rahim’s record century powers Bangladesh: ICC Test Championship stakes rise

Mushfiqur Rahim’s unbeaten 105 and a 247-run partnership with Najmul Hossain Shanto propelled Bangladesh to 292 for 3 on Day 1 at Galle, securing a dominant position in the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Rahim also became Bangladesh’s highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lanka, surpassing Mohammad Ashraful’s record, while the match marked Angelo Mathews’ retirement Test.

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Mushfiqur Rahim's unbeaten 105-run century marked a historic moment as he became Bangladesh's highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lanka, surpassing Mohammad Ashraful.
Batting alongside captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, who scored an unbeaten 136, the duo forged a record-breaking 247-run partnership for the fourth wicket, rescuing Bangladesh from an early 45-3 slump.

This partnership was pivotal in setting Bangladesh at 292 for 3 by stumps on day one of the first Test at Galle, giving them a strong position against Sri Lanka.

Rahim's performance was especially notable as it ended a 13-inning century drought, showcasing his resilience and form against Sri Lanka, where he holds an impressive average of 68.63 with one century and five half-centuries in 15 innings.

The match also carried significance as it was the final Test for Sri Lankan veteran Angelo Mathews, who retires with over 8,000 runs, ranking third in Sri Lanka's all-time scoring charts.

The Test series is part of the ICC World Test Championship's fourth cycle, raising the stakes for both teams.

Quotes:
"This partnership was a very crucial one, not only from Bangladesh’s point of view, as they were in early trouble, losing three wickets on just 45, but in context of form of Shanto and Rahim as well."

Stats:
- Mushfiqur Rahim: 105* (12th Test century)
- Najmul Hossain Shanto: 136*
- Bangladesh: 292/3 at stumps day one
- Rahim’s average in Sri Lanka: 68.63 across 15 innings
- Angelo Mathews: 119th and final Test match, 8,000+ runs

This commanding start by Bangladesh, powered by Mushfiqur Rahim’s record century and the strong partnership with Shanto, has intensified the ICC Test Championship stakes in the ongoing series against Sri Lanka.
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Mushfiqur Rahim scored an unbeaten 105, becoming Bangladesh's highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lanka, powering a 247-run partnership with Najmul Hossain Shanto in Galle. Their stand lifted Bangladesh to 292/3 on day one, intensifying stakes in the ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka.
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Rahim-Shanto partnership powers Bangladesh in Galle Test

Key Facts
  • Bangladesh started poorly at 45 for 3 in the 2025 Galle Test against Sri Lanka before a crucial 247-run partnership between Mushfiqur Rahim and Najmul Hossain Shanto stabilized the innings.SportsCricbuzz2
  • Mushfiqur Rahim scored an unbeaten 105 runs, marking his 12th Test century and fourth against Sri Lanka, surpassing Mohammad Ashraful's record as Bangladesh's highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lanka with 755 runs.Times of IndiaSports
  • Najmul Hossain Shanto scored 136 runs, marking his sixth Test century and contributing significantly to Bangladesh's commanding position.Sports
  • Bangladesh finished Day 1 strongly at 292 for 3, putting them in command against Sri Lanka in the Galle Test.Cricbuzz2
  • The match marked the retirement Test for Sri Lankan allrounder Angelo Mathews, who played his 119th and final Test and was honored with a guard of honour.Times of IndiaTimesofindiaNews18
  • The match is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, with both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka seeking crucial points in the series.News18
Mushfiqur Rahim etched his name in Bangladesh's cricket history during the Galle Test against Sri Lanka, as he surpassed Mohammad Ashraful to become the nation's highest Test run-scorer on Sri Lankan soil.
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A record-breaking fourth-wicket partnership between captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim put Bangladesh in control at 292/3 on day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka.
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An unbeaten 247-run stand for the fourth wicket between Najmul Hossain Shanto (136*) and veteran Mushfiqur Rahum (105*) ensured Bangladesh took early honours on Day 1 against Sri Lanka in Galle.
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His first Test century in 14 innings helped the visitors recover from 45 for 3 on the first day in Galle.
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Particularly Rahim, who was coming off a very lean patch since quite a few innings, and the one who loves to play against Sri Lanka, and has scored the most runs than any opposition, with a healthy average.
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Key Stats at a Glance
Mushfiqur Rahim's unbeaten century
105 runs
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Mushfiqur Rahim's total runs in Sri Lanka
755 runs
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Rahim-Shanto partnership runs
247-run partnership
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Rahim's Galle legacy and form context

Key Facts
  • Mushfiqur Rahim has fond memories of Galle, having struck a monumental double hundred there in 2013.Sports
  • Mushfiqur Rahim has an impressive average of 68.63 in Sri Lanka, including one century and five half-centuries across 15 innings.Times of India
  • Mushfiqur Rahim scored his fourth century against Sri Lanka and is the highest run-scorer for Bangladesh against this opposition.News18
Key Stats at a Glance
Mushfiqur Rahim's batting average in Sri Lanka
68.6
Innings played by Mushfiqur Rahim in Sri Lanka
15 innings
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