PAK vs BAN 2nd Test session timings: Start time, lunch, tea and stumps at Sylhet
TL;DR
The 2nd Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan starts on May 16 at 10:00 AM local time in Sylhet. Session timings remain consistent throughout the five-day match.
Key points
- Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test starts on May 16
- Match begins at 10:00 AM local time in Sylhet
- Session timings are consistent throughout the match
- Bangladesh leads the series 1-0
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- The Bangladesh vs Pakistan 2nd Test begins on Saturday, May 16.
- The time of the commencement is fixed at 10:00 am local time in Sylhet.
- Timings for sessions do not vary throughout the entire five-day match.
- This match is the last of the two-match Test series, with Bangladesh leading 1-0.
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All about the BAN vs PAK 2nd Test at Sylhet
BAN vs PAK 2nd Test at Sylhet follows Bangladesh’s historic 104-run win in the first Test in Dhaka. The hosts hold a 1-0 lead in the two-match series and aim to clinch their maiden Test series win against Pakistan at home.
Bangladesh performed well with the bat and ball in the first Test, with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto leading from the front, whereas Pakistan had trouble batting in the fourth innings run chase and were dismissed for 163 on the last day of the game.
The victory also affected the rankings for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27, with Bangladesh rising to sixth spot, while Pakistan fell to seventh following the loss.
Pakistan needs to win the upcoming Test to draw the series and improve their standing in the WTC, whereas Bangladesh can seal an incredible sweep with a win in Sylhet.
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When does the BAN vs PAK 2nd Test start and finish: Session timings at Sylhet
Bangladesh and Pakistan will play their second Test match at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium from May 16 to May 20.
The Sylhet Test will commence at 10:00 a.m. Bangladesh Standard Time (BST). This means that the game will start at 9:00 a.m. Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), 9:30 a.m. Indian Standard Time (IST), and 5:00 a.m. British Standard Time (BST - UK).
Each day of the match is expected to finish at 5:00 p.m. local time.
Below is the full session schedule across major time zones:
| Session | local (BST) | Pakistan (PKT) | India (IST) | UK (BST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. | |
| 12:00 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. | 11:00 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. to 7:40 a.m. | |
| 12:40 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. | 11:40 a.m. to 1:40 p.m. | 12:10 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. | 7:40 a.m. to 9:40 a.m. | |
| 2:40 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | 1:40 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | 2:10 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | 9:40 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | |
| 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | |
| 5:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 12:00 p.m. |
Note: Up to 30 extra minutes may be added daily to complete the required overs.
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How long is Lunch break in Test cricket?
The duration of a Lunch Break in Test cricket is 40 minutes. It is the first big break of the day when players get some energy for the rest of the day.
How long is Tea break in Test cricket?
The duration of a Tea break in Test cricket is 20 minutes in both regular and Day-Night games; however, it is different in pink ball Test Cricket.
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Q&A
What time does the 2nd Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan start?
The 2nd Test starts at 10:00 AM local time in Sylhet on May 16.
What are the session timings for the Bangladesh vs Pakistan Test match?
The session timings for the match do not vary and will be consistent throughout the five days.
What is the current series score between Bangladesh and Pakistan?
Bangladesh leads the two-match Test series 1-0.
Where is the 2nd Test between Bangladesh and Pakistan being held?
The 2nd Test is being held in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
