Towhid Hridoy Creates History! Batter Registers Bangladesh's Highest First-Class Individual Score
Towhid Hridoy has made history by scoring an unbeaten 350 runs for Bangladesh 'A' against South Africa 'A' in Potchefstroom on September 2, 2026. This monumental innings is the highest First-Class score ever by a Bangladeshi batter, surpassing Tamim Iqbal's previous record of 334*.
Bangladesh 'A' skipper Towhid Hridoy has rewritten the annals of Bangladeshi cricket history, compiling a breathtaking unbeaten 350 against South Africa 'A' at the NWC Oval in Potchefstroom. The 25-year-old middle-order batter's marathon effort, which concluded on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, not only became the highest individual First-Class score by a Bangladeshi but also a groundbreaking triple century achieved on foreign soil. Babar Azam Gifts Bat Signed By Pakistan Cricket Team to King Charles During Clarence House Visit.
Towhid Hridoy Creates History
Three hundred and fifty reasons to celebrate. 🇧🇩🔥
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— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) September 2, 2026
A Record-Breaking Feat
Hridoy's epic knock surpassed the long-standing record of 334 not out set by Tamim Iqbal for East Zone in the Bangladesh Cricket League in 2020. He now stands alone at the pinnacle, having also eclipsed Raqibul Hasan's 313 not out from 2007. This achievement makes Hridoy only the third Bangladeshi batter in history to register a First-Class triple century and the first to do so outside Bangladesh.
The significance of Hridoy's innings extends beyond national records. His 350 not out is now also the highest First-Class score by an overseas batter in South Africa, a testament to his remarkable endurance and skill on challenging foreign pitches.
The Innings Unfolds
Facing the South Africa 'A' attack, Hridoy batted for 481 deliveries, meticulously crafting his innings. His record-breaking knock was adorned with 27 fours and 10 towering sixes. He arrived at the crease with Bangladesh 'A' struggling at 37-2 and steadily built crucial partnerships, including significant stands with Jaker Ali (94) and Mohammad Saifuddin (87), turning the tide for his side.
Resuming the final day on 204, Hridoy continued his relentless scoring, carrying his bat through the remainder of Bangladesh 'A's innings. The team declared at a formidable 676 for 8, taking a commanding 164-run lead after South Africa 'A' had posted 512 in their first innings.
Match Drawn, Series Concluded
Despite Hridoy's heroics, the second unofficial Test ultimately ended in a high-scoring draw, with South Africa 'A' reaching 18 without loss in their second innings before stumps were called. South Africa 'A' had secured the four-day series 1-0 after dominating the opening match in Pretoria. Mohammed Shami Birthday Special: Celebrating India’s Pace Spearhead As Out-of-Favour Bowler Turn 36.
Towhid Hridoy, who made his Test debut in June 2026 against Zimbabwe, reflected on his performance, stating, “To be honest, this innings gave me a lot of confidence. After picking the Man of the Match trophy, I was feeling that someday I will play an innings like this in the national team.” Tamim Iqbal himself was quick to congratulate Hridoy, hailing the achievement as a sign of progress for Bangladeshi cricket.
This colossal innings by Towhid Hridoy not only cements his place in Bangladeshi cricketing folklore but also serves as a strong statement of his growing prowess in the red-ball format, promising a bright future for the young batter on the international stage.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 03, 2026 10:22 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
