AthleticZone24

Chairman of the Board: Ahmed Hammam

Editor-in-Chief: Ayman Badra

World Sports

Towhid Hridoy's 242* Creates History as Bangladesh Batter Shatters All-Time Test Record Against West Indies

Towhid Hridoy's 242* Creates History as Bangladesh Batter Shatters All-Time Test Record Against West Indies
World Sports · 00:16:58 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy scored an unbeaten 242 runs in a Test match against the West Indies, setting a new all-time record for the highest individual score by a Bangladesh player in Test cricket.

The innings, reported by Willow Sports on November 7, 2026, saw Hridoy surpass the previous benchmark and etch his name into the record books. Details of the match venue and the exact date of the innings were not specified in the initial report.

Hridoy's marathon knock came against a West Indies attack and helped Bangladesh post a formidable total. The achievement marks a significant milestone for Bangladesh cricket, highlighting the emergence of a new batting star.

Share this article: