# Campbell's Century Drives Zimbabwe A to Advantageous Position vs. Bangladesh Emerging

*Matthew Campbell's brilliant century helped Zimbabwe A reach 289-6 against Bangladesh Emerging on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test.*

June 26, 2026 · Sports

## At a glance

- Matthew Campbell scored 119 off 118 balls with 18 fours and 2 sixes.
- Zimbabwe A reached 289-6 on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test.
- Antum Naqvi was not out on 58, with Vincent Masekesa on 3.
- Anamul Haque and Musfik Hasan took two wickets each for Bangladesh Emerging.
- The first unofficial Test ended in a draw due to rain interruptions.

Matthew Campbell struck a fluent century as Zimbabwe A reached 289-6 on Day 2 of the second unofficial Test against Bangladesh Emerging team at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Campbell's innings of 119 off 118 balls, featuring 18 fours and two sixes, was instrumental in Zimbabwe A's strong performance.

## Rain Interruption and Steady Innings

Day 2 saw 52 overs of play after rain interrupted the match, following 38 overs on Day 1. Resuming at 167-3, Zimbabwe A aimed to score fluently despite the forecast of more rain. Campbell and Antum Naqvi steadied the innings with a 58-run partnership for the fourth wicket.

## Key Contributions and Bowling Performance

Naqvi remained not out on 58 and will resume on Day 3 with Vincent Masekesa, who was batting on 3. After Campbell's dismissal, Naqvi added 71 runs with Jonathon Campbell, who made 33. Anamul Haque and Musfik Hasan were the most successful bowlers for Bangladesh Emerging Team, each taking two wickets. Ashraful Hasan Rohan and Nayeem Ahmed picked up one wicket apiece.

## Series Context and Previous Results

The first unofficial Test ended in a draw due to significant rain interruptions. The Bangladesh Emerging team won the preceding three-match one-day series 2-0, with the second game washed out by inclement weather.

## Sources

- BSS

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