'This draw is equal to a win' - Rahmat Shah on Afghanistan's Test resilience

Afghanistan held Bangladesh to a draw in their only Test at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, from October 9 to 13, 2026. Chasing 479 runs set by Bangladesh, Afghanistan batted for 142 overs across two innings to secure the result. The visitors finished their second innings on 346 for 8, with the final day proving decisive as they spent 92 overs at the crease to deny Bangladesh victory. Afghanistan Test captain Rahmat Shah reflected on the team's performance after the match concluded. He expressed satisfaction with how his squad executed their pre-planned approach throughout the Test.