Litton Das Sets a New World Record Against Afghanistan
Bangladesh wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das created history on Tuesday, 13 October 2026. He became the first player in Test cricket to take nine dismissals behind the stumps while also scoring a fifty and a century in the same match. The record came against Afghanistan at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. It is a landmark moment for Bangladesh cricket.
Background: The Record Litton Das Broke
For almost sixty years, the benchmark belonged to South Africa’s Denis Lindsay. In the 1966 Johannesburg Test against Australia, Lindsay scored 50-plus runs in both innings and took eight dismissals. That mark stood untouched through many generations of great wicketkeepers.
Litton Das is no newcomer to big moments. He has been one of Bangladesh’s most dependable Test batters for several years. He has rescued his side from collapses many times, and his wicketkeeping has improved alongside his batting.
Details: How the Litton Das Record Happened
The Dismissal That Made History
The record-equalling and record-breaking moment came just before lunch. Litton took a diving, one-handed catch to remove Ikram Alikhil, who had made 33, off the bowling of Ebadot Hossain. That catch gave him nine dismissals in the match and moved him past Lindsay. He had already taken several sharp catches and completed stumpings earlier in the Test.
The Batting Contribution
Litton’s work with the bat was just as important. He scored 53 in the first innings and followed it with 102 in the second. Those runs helped Bangladesh declare their second innings at 372 for 7 and build an overall lead of 478. Afghanistan were left a daunting target of 479.
The State of the Match
Afghanistan reached 208 for 4 after 85.2 overs in their chase. Sediqullah Atal was unbeaten on 70 from 235 balls, with three fours and three sixes. Rahmat Shah made 51 before Ebadot Hossain removed him, and Ebadot finished with three wickets. Hashmatullah Shahidi retired hurt on 20, and Bangladesh kept pressing for the remaining wickets.
Expert View: Why This Litton Das Record Matters
There are no official reactions yet, but earlier analysis helps explain how significant this is. Wisden has previously described Litton as Bangladesh’s top-ranked Test batter of all time. It also noted that in matches where he kept wicket, he averaged just over 40, a figure close to India’s Rishabh Pant.
That comparison matters now, because Pant is one of three players sharing the record for most dismissals in a single Test.
Impact on Bangladesh Cricket and the World Game
For Bangladesh, the Litton Das record is a rare moment of global attention in the longest format. Bangladesh is one of the younger Test nations, and world records from its players are uncommon. Performances like this help raise the team’s standing and give young cricketers a clear role model.
For the wider game, the record also shows how demanding the keeper-batter role has become. Few players can handle the physical load of keeping for a full match and still produce big scores. Litton did both in the same Test.
What Is Next for Litton Das
The single-match record for dismissals is now within reach. Jack Russell of England, AB de Villiers of South Africa and Rishabh Pant of India each took 11 in a match. Litton needs two more to equal them and three to break it. If Afghanistan lose the remaining wickets, he could add to his tally before the match ends.
Bangladesh will also be hoping the bowlers can turn this strong position into a win.
FAQs
What is Litton Das’ highest Test score?
The highest Test score I could confirm for Litton Das is 141, made against Sri Lanka in Mirpur in 2022. He reached it after Bangladesh were 24 for 5, which shows how often he has rescued his side. His other big hundreds include one against Pakistan in Rawalpindi and 126 against Pakistan in Sylhet in May 2026. His 102 against Afghanistan is a century but not his best score. Please check ESPNcricinfo before publishing, as career figures change with every innings.
Who scored 100 on Test debut?
Many players have scored a century on Test debut, starting with Charles Bannerman, who made 165 in the very first Test in 1877. For Bangladesh, Mohammad Ashraful scored 114 against Sri Lanka in 2001 and became the youngest Test centurion in history at the time. Litton Das did not score a debut hundred, as he made his Test debut in 2015 and built his reputation gradually. His best form came after 2021. If you want a complete list of debut centurions, check ESPNcricinfo.
Has Bangladesh ever won a Test match?
Yes, Bangladesh has won Test matches. Their first Test win came against Zimbabwe in 2005. In 2024 they recorded their first Test win over Pakistan, in Rawalpindi, and went on to win that two-match series. Bangladesh is still one of the youngest Test nations, so wins are less frequent than for older teams. Each one is celebrated, and Litton Das has been part of several of them. A win over Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi would add to that list.
What is Litton Das’ captaincy record?
Litton Das has captained Bangladesh in white-ball cricket. He was named skipper for the T20I series against the West Indies and led the side in T20Is. I could not find a verified win-loss record for his full captaincy, so I will not quote a figure here. He was also Bangladesh’s Test vice-captain from 2022. For exact numbers, please check his official profile on ESPNcricinfo or the Bangladesh Cricket Board.
