April 18, 2026 05:48 am (IST)
Bangladesh wicket-keeper Imrul Kayes sets new record
Wellington, Jan 15 (IBNS): Bangladeshi cricketer Imrul Kayes has set record on Sunday as he became the first substitute wicketkeeper to take five wickets in Test matches.
He touched the record on the fourth day of the first Test against New Zealand.
He took the responsibility to keep wicket in place of injured Mushfiqur Rahim.
New Zealand were bowled out for 539 runs in their first innings.
Bangladesh declared at 595 for the loss of eight wickets in their first innings.
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