In the Sylhet Test, Bangladesh’s dependable top-order batter Liton Das came within touching distance of yet another landmark innings, only to fall short once more. Despite crafting a fluent 69 in the second innings, he was unable to convert his start into a century. Nevertheless, the match added another distinctive layer to his growing legacy in Test cricket, reinforcing his reputation as one of Bangladesh’s most consistent performers in the longest format.
In the first innings, Liton batted with fluency and authority, compiling a commanding 126. His innings combined technical assurance with calculated aggression, as he rotated the strike effectively while punishing loose deliveries. He appeared fully in control, reading the conditions well and negotiating the opposition attack with composure. That century set the tone for Bangladesh’s batting effort and underlined his importance in the side’s top order.
The second innings carried a similar sense of momentum. From the outset, Liton looked set for a rare feat—centuries in both innings of a Test match. Such an achievement would have placed him among an elite group of Bangladesh batters, including Mominul Haque and Najmul Hossain Shanto. His stroke play remained confident, and his footwork against both pace and spin suggested another substantial score was on the cards.
However, his innings ended in disappointment when he attempted a forceful shot towards deep third man off Hasan Ali, only to be caught in the deep. His dismissal on 69 brought an end to a promising knock and dashed hopes of a second century in the match.
Despite missing out on the milestone, Liton achieved a rare statistical distinction in Bangladesh’s Test history. He remains the only wicketkeeper-batter from the country to have recorded the feat of scoring a century in one innings and a half-century in the other on three separate occasions. This unique pattern of performance places him in a category of his own within Bangladesh’s Test records.
Liton Das’s unique Test match performances
| Year | Opposition | First Innings | Second Innings | Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Pakistan | 114 | 59 | Century + fifty in same Test |
| 2022 | Sri Lanka | 141 | 52 | Century + fifty in same Test |
| 2026 | Pakistan | 126 | 69 | Near repeat of same milestone |
These performances collectively highlight his ability to deliver under pressure and sustain concentration across both innings of a Test match. Few Bangladesh batters have demonstrated such consistency in converting starts into substantial contributions twice in a single game.
Beyond the numbers, Liton’s contributions reflect a broader value to the team. His ability to stabilise innings, absorb pressure, and then shift gears when required has made him a central figure in Bangladesh’s batting structure. Particularly against high-quality bowling attacks, his temperament has often stood out as a defining strength.
While Sylhet did not deliver the rare twin-centuries milestone, it once again showcased Liton’s resilience and technical refinement. His consistency in producing impactful innings continues to strengthen his standing as one of Bangladesh’s most reliable Test batters, even when landmark achievements narrowly slip away.