Twitter reactions: Ebadot Hossain’s 6-fer steers Bangladesh to script their first-ever victory in New Zealand

Bangladesh finally ended the long wait for their first victory over New Zealand in their backyard after defeating them by eight wickets at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Wednesday. With the victory, the tourists also become the first Asian side to beat Black Caps in New Zealand in Tests since Pakistan‘s 10-wicket triumph in Hamilton in January 2011.

The hosts resumed their second innings on the final day at 147/5 and were bundled out for 169, giving the visitors only 40 runs to win the contest. Bangladesh pacer Ebadot Hossain registered his best figures in the longest format with 6/46 off 21 overs.

Chasing a paltry target of 40, Bangladesh finished the proceedings with eight wickets in hands to script a historic victory. Ebadot was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his splendid bowling performance in the game.

“It was teamwork. Everyone was keen to win the match, and they put their hand up in all three departments. We won because of the bowlers, both in the first and second innings, they were outstanding. They did all the hard work and bowled in the right areas. He (Ebadot) was unbelievable to us. We didn’t play well in the last couple of Test matches, and it was important to put our legacy to the next level. We have to forget about this win and look forward to the Christchurch Test,” said winning captain Mominul Haque after the match.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

What a way to start the year for bangladesh cricket. Big congratulations to captain, players and coaching staff.

— Shakib Al Hasan (@Sah75official) January 5, 2022

A match to remember for long time. Proud to be part of it and happy that contribute for the team! 💪 #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/Pwvkiw3esd

— Litton Das (@LittonOfficial) January 5, 2022

Congratulations mates. What a pleasant way to start the new year. Proud of you. Keep up the momentum. #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/d2LGpDDadQ

— Mustafizur Rahman (@Mustafiz90) January 5, 2022

Alhamdulillah. Thanks to everyone for keeping faith on us. We always try our best to give our country the best result. Remember us in your prayers 🤲. 🇧🇩❤️ #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/HVAUOVC4yX

— Mehidy Hasan Miraz (@Officialmiraz) January 5, 2022

Congratulations @BCBtigers🇧🇩 for creating history in Mount Maunganui! To win the Test by 8 wickets and register their first-ever Test win over New Zealand is inspirational and an incredible achievement. I am sure this win will be cherished for a long time. #NZvsBan pic.twitter.com/oSAnlAkzbI

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) January 5, 2022

A glorious and historic win for the Tigers as they beat the reigning world Test champions on their soil and registered a first ever victory in any format in New Zealand.
Photo credit: @photosportnz #BCB #Cricket #BANvsNZ pic.twitter.com/OcC4R4Pwns

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) January 5, 2022

Incredible advertisement for the health of Test 🏏. Bangladesh breaks New Zealand's run of 17 Tests unbeaten at home!!! #NZvsBan #BANvsNZ pic.twitter.com/4NwcRiSCNn

— parthiv patel (@parthiv9) January 5, 2022

Our Team’s performance over past four days wud be the norm, not the exception if only ⁦@BCBtigers⁩ had a vision, focussed on building a strong domestic cricket structure, rooted out match fixing corruption and were not a one man show. Salute to our players. #NZvsBAN pic.twitter.com/fsaqz6dnBz

— Saber H Chowdhury | সাবের হোসেন চৌধুরী (@saberhc) January 4, 2022

Speaking of a day to remember… magical moments for @BCBtigers #Historymade Great stuff gents 👏🤸🏽🏏 #NZvsBan #MtMaunganui 🌴 pic.twitter.com/3hlT1wyp7E

— Danny Morrison (@SteelyDan66) January 5, 2022

Well done Bangladesh Tigers. That is some achievement to kickstart 2022.

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) January 5, 2022

No one told Bangladesh that test cricket is dead, thankfully.

— Joe Miller (@JoeMillerJr) January 4, 2022

As big a moment as this is for @BCBtigers cricket, couldn’t also be happier for @Isam84 and every member of the Bangladeshi press pack who’ve stuck with their team through sickness & in health without ever losing faith for two decades & more #NZvBAN

— Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) January 5, 2022

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January 05, 2022 at 01:07PM