Mushfiqur joins 5000-run club

Mushfiqur Rahim has become the first Bangladesh batter to reach 5000-run landmark in Test cricket.

He achieved the feat with a couple to fine leg off Asitha Fernando on the fourth day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Chattogram on Wednesday.

Coming into this Test, Mushfiqur was Bangladesh's leading run-scorer with 4932 runs, while Tamim was on 4848.

Tamim, who retired hurt on 133 on the third day following cramps on his back and wrist, is currently at 4981 runs.

Having started his career in 2005, Mushfiqur is Bangladesh's most experienced Test cricketer, playing in his 81st Test.  He is also the longest-serving international cricketer from the country.