West Indies dominate as Bangladesh trail by 410 runs at stumps

The second day of the Antigua Test ended with Bangladesh struggling at 40 for two in response to West Indies' commanding first-innings total of 450 for nine declared.

Bad light brought an early close, with the Tigers trailing by 410 runs and under pressure to mount a significant response.

Mominul Haque (7*) and Shahadat Hossain (10*) remained unbeaten at the crease, attempting to steady the innings after the early dismissals of Mahmudul Hasan Joy and Zakir Hasan.

West Indies had begun the day in a strong position, resuming their innings at 250 for five.

However, Hasan Mahmud provided an ideal start for Bangladesh in the morning, striking in the very first over to remove Joshua Da Silva, who departed for 24 after adding just 10 runs to his overnight score of 14.

Hasan struck again shortly after, dismissing Alzarri Joseph for 4 off 3 balls. At 261 for seven, the hosts appeared vulnerable, and Bangladesh had a brief window to assert themselves.

Justin Greaves, who resumed his innings on 11, anchored the West Indies' resistance with a remarkable maiden Test century.

Finding a resolute partner in Kemar Roach, Greaves steadily rebuilt the innings as the pair frustrated the Bangladeshi attack. Greaves brought up his half-century in 88 balls, showcasing patience and determination.

Roach offered valuable support with a composed 18 off 25 deliveries, enabling the duo to add 140 runs for the eighth wicket.

Greaves' innings grew in authority as he reached his maiden Test century off 181 balls, an exceptional effort that defied Bangladesh's attempts to regain control.

Roach's dismissal at 438 brought an end to the crucial partnership, but Greaves remained unbeaten on 115 when West Indies declared at 450 for nine late in the final session.

Bangladesh's bowlers toiled hard throughout the day, with Hasan Mahmud standing out for his early breakthroughs, but the Tigers struggled to capitalise on their momentum.

The lower order, marshalled expertly by Greaves, proved too resilient, ensuring the hosts posted an imposing total.

In reply, Bangladesh's openers faced a challenging task and faltered under pressure.

Mahmudul Hasan Joy managed just 5 off 33 balls before being dismissed, while Zakir Hasan contributed 15 off 34 before falling shortly after.

The early blows left Bangladesh reeling at 26 for two, and although Mominul and Shahadat batted with caution, the deficit loomed large as the day drew to a close.

With the hosts riding high on Greaves' heroics and their bowlers already making inroads, the Tigers face an uphill battle to avoid falling further behind in the match.