A strong earthquake stopped play in the second Test between Bangladesh and Ireland at the Sher e Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur. The shake began during the 53rd over of Ireland’s second innings. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was bowling when the ground started to move.
The tremor felt long and heavy. Fans and officials said it lasted around fifteen seconds. People in Dhaka often feel short tremors, but this one was far stronger. The long shake created worry across the ground. Players, umpires and staff reacted at once. The Irish players in the dugout looked tense. The umpires stopped the match for a short time.
Reports say that the magnitude of the earthquake was 5.7, and the epicenter was in Narshingdi, which is very close to Dhaka.
The commentary box also felt the shake. Khaled Ahmed sat down at once. Shamonnoy Ghosh stayed calm and confirmed the event on air. He said they felt an earthquake. Their steady tone stood out in a moment of confusion.
The quake reminded everyone that Bangladesh sits in a zone where strong tremors can strike without warning. It also left a mark on a day of Test cricket in Mirpur.
