Watch: Nayeem Hasan’s funny run-out attempt against Qais Ahmed goes viral in AFG vs BAN Test

The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh one-off Test ended in a draw after an exciting final day. Bangladesh had a chance to push for victory, but the team failed to handle the pressure in the final hour. Afghanistan, who needed 347 runs to win at the start of the day, focused on securing a draw and finished at 346/8.

Several missed opportunities cost Bangladesh on the final day, including two missed run-out chances in quick succession. One such moment involving Bangladesh’s Nayeem Hasan went viral on social media, as he failed to run out Qais Ahmed despite the batter standing just a yard away.

The incident quickly caught the attention of cricket fans, with many reacting to the unusual run-out attempt. The moment became one of the talking points from the thrilling finish to the Test. 

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Nayeem Hasan fails to run out Qais Ahmed in the AFG vs BAN one-off Test

The incident took place in the 121.1 overs of the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh one-off Test. Bangladesh missed an easy run-out opportunity against Afghanistan on two consecutive deliveries. A mix-up between the batters gave the fielders a golden chance to take a wicket, but they failed to make the most of it.

During the over, Qais Ahmed pushed the ball towards point and set off for a single before attempting a second run. He was almost halfway down the pitch when he realised the danger and tried to return to his crease. Bangladesh's throw went to the wrong end first, and the wicketkeeper then sent the ball towards the striker's end.

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However, bowler Nayeem Hasan failed to hit the stumps despite Qais Ahmed being well short of his crease. The missed run-out opportunity became a talking point from the match, as Bangladesh let a simple chance to dismiss the batter slip away.

How the run-out chance was missed and what it cost Bangladesh

Bangladesh missed a golden opportunity to dismiss Qais Ahmed during the 121.1 overs of the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh one-off Test. After pushing the ball towards point, Qais set off for a single before attempting a second run. He was caught well short of his crease, but the throw went to the wrong end before the wicketkeeper sent the ball towards the striker’s end. Bowler Nayeem Hasan failed to hit the stumps, allowing Qais to survive the run-out chance.

The drama continued on the very next delivery, 121.2 overs, when Nayeem Hasan bowled to Ahmadzai. The batter pushed the ball towards point, and both batters hesitated before deciding to run. This time, the throw reached the bowler’s end, and Nayeem broke the stumps. However, Ahmadzai had just made it back into his crease, and the third umpire confirmed that he was safe. Bangladesh had missed two run-out opportunities on consecutive deliveries.

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These missed chances proved frustrating for Bangladesh as they tried to secure a win on the final day. Afghanistan needed 347 runs to win but focused on batting out the day to earn a draw. The visitors finished on 346/8, leaving Bangladesh unable to take the remaining wickets needed for victory.

Fans react to the blunder as the Test moves forward

The two missed run-out chances by Bangladesh became a talking point during the final day of the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh one-off Test. Fans were surprised to see Qais Ahmed survive despite being well short of his crease, followed by another close run-out involving Ahmadzai on the very next ball. The back-to-back incidents added to the drama of the match. 

Nayeem Hasan’s missed attempt attracted attention because he had a clear chance to hit the stumps and dismiss Qais Ahmed. The second run-out attempt also looked promising, but the third umpire confirmed that Ahmadzai had made it back in time. These moments highlighted Bangladesh’s missed opportunities in the field at a crucial stage of the game.

As the match progressed, Afghanistan focused on batting out the day to secure a draw, while Bangladesh looked for the wickets needed to win. The visitors eventually finished on 346/8, ending the Test in a draw. The missed chances remained among the key talking points from the final day.

Brief Scores

Bangladesh: 346 and 372/7 declared
Afghanistan: 346/8 in 240 overs and 142 overs (Atal 111, Rahmat 51, Kayes 49, Shahidi 36, Alikhil 33; Ibadat 3/50, Miraj 3/73, Hasan 1/66, Taijul 1/112)*
Result: Match drawn.