Fans become Gaga under the name of Najmul Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim Headline of the domination of Bangladesh over the Sri Lanka day 1 of the Galle test
The opening day of First test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh In Galle, took place like a showcase of grain, resilience and shine in the stick, visitors entering the initiative categorically. Bangladesh, having won the draw and chose to fight first on a dry and rotating surface, overcome the first setbacks to end day 1 in a dominant position at 292 for 3, thanks to exceptional centuries of skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and veteran Mushfiquur Rahim.
Early oscillations to the unbreakable partnership of Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim
Bangladesh sleeves began on a cautious note, with the querors of Sri Lanka exploiting the new ball and early help on the surface. Send us Fernando first struck, removing Anamul Haque For a duck. The real threat, however, came from beginner Spinner Tharindu Rathnayakewhich claimed two quick counters –Shadman Islam For 14 and Monilulul Haque For 29 – two captured to the captain by the captain Dhananjaya of Silva. In 17th place, Bangladesh was in shock at 45 for 3, and the hosts felt the opportunity to dictate conditions.
But it is at this stage that Shanto and Rahim met, demonstrating the pressure balance. They stabilized the ship with a measured approach, drugging the Sri Lankan attack and gradually changing momentum. Their partnership was built on patience, the precise selection of shots and the ability to punish bulk deliveries. At lunch, the Bangladesh had reached 90 for 3, with Shanto and Rahim undefeated and more and more insured.
The centurions shine as the Bangladesh takes control of Sri Lanka by the end of the day
The post-lunch session saw the duo change speed. Shanto (136 *), leading by the example, reached its century with a mixture of classic records and skilful scales, carrying its sixth test and its second against Sri Lanka. His sleeves were a masterclass in concentration, for 246 bullets and with 14 limits and six. Rahim, the faithful always reliable, completed his skipper with a compound blow, reaching his 105 undefeated bullets, eager with five limits.
Their partnership, uninterrupted in the strains, inflated to more than 230 points for the fourth counter – a record stand which not only saved the Bangladesh from a precarious position but also put them firmly in the driver’s seat. Sri Lankan quarrers, despite an early promise, fought for the breakthroughs while the land relaxed and the strikers grew up in confidence. Rathnayake ended the day with two counters, but his initial heroic was overshadowed by the incessant accumulation of Shanto and Rahim.
At the end of the game, the Bangladesh dashboard read 292/3 in 90 Overs, with a healthy execution rate of 3.24. The last session saw the pair continue without being troubled, merchant the second new ball with ease and installing Bangladesh for a total of gigantic potential. The crowd of Galle and the fans at home were impressed while the centuries of Shanto and Rahim have fueled the domination of Bangladesh, promising more fireworks as the test progresses.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
Day 1, strains
– From 45/3 to 292/3 🙌
– Najmul Halsaine Shanto & Mushfiqur Rahim dominated Sri Lankan quakers in the last 2 sessions 🔥#Crickettwitter #Slvban #Najmulhossainshanto #Mosphocurahim pic.twitter.com/nr1ijlsb9u– Crickettimes.com (@CricketTimeMeshq) June 17, 2025
This Blud names that Mushfiqur Rahim has the same number of centuries of test as Rohit Sharma 😭😭#Slvban pic.twitter.com/05jvom6cwn
– Dave (@ afc_dev17) June 17, 2025
Centuries of Shanto and Mushfiq while the Bangladesh ends well in Galle.
292-3 in 90 Overs.#Slvban
– Mohammad Isam (@ Isam84) June 17, 2025
😍12e test hundred for the legend of Bangladesh Mushfiqur Rahim 🇧🇩📷#Slvban #tapmad #DontTopStreaming #Catcheverymatch pic.twitter.com/6GHPP5KEXT
– Mirza Umar (@ ubmy2) June 17, 2025
Najmul Hussain Shanto celebrated his 100 against Sri Lanka
This captain is excellent. #Slvban pic.twitter.com/qqwkmvjotq
– Mir Hamza Mughal (@ 2mirhamzamughal) June 17, 2025
Shanto – 136 * (260).
FOGFIBLIBLE – 105 * (186).– Bangladesh 292 for 3 during stumps on day 1.
What a start for the WTC 2025-27 cycle. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/hfbwkjsnus
– Johns. (@Criccrazyjohns) June 17, 2025
Stums on day 1. Bangladesh 292/3. Lots of work to do, but we are ready for the fight tomorrow! 💪 #Slvban pic.twitter.com/dxum9qowm
– Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@officialslc) June 17, 2025
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Mushfiq and Shanto performing against Sri Lanka✅#Slvban pic.twitter.com/znipyojvhc– Raffin ( June 17, 2025
1st test | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh
Day 1: Stums
Bangladesh 292/3 #Slvban # 1stststst #Gall pic.twitter.com/gxilrca1uo
– Thimira Nawod (@ imthimira07) June 17, 2025
Bangladesh 292/3 Stums on day 1 in the first round. MAGNIFICENT KNOCK NAJMUL Hossain Shanto 136 * and Mushfiqur Rahim 105 *.#Slvban
– Jaayshaan (Vaidhayajayashankar) (@jaayshaan) June 17, 2025
Shanto – 136 * (260).
FOGFIBLIBLE – 105 * (186).– Bangladesh 292 for 3 during stumps on day 1.
What a start for the WTC 2025-27 cycle. #Cricket #TestCricket #banvssl #Slvban pic.twitter.com/lcdlrvyo8d
– Tajalnight (@tajal_noor) June 17, 2025
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