Abu Dhabi, Oct. 13 -- Sediqullah Atal's resolute century and a determined effort from Afghanistan's lower order helped the team hold Bangladesh to a draw in the one-off Test, with Qais Ahmad striking a six off the final ball to ensure the visitors survived a tense finish.

Atal scored 111 off 332 deliveries, batting for more than eight hours to frustrate Bangladesh's bowlers on the final day. Afghanistan finished their second innings at 346/8 after being set a challenging target, with Qais unbeaten on 49 and Rahmat Shah contributing 51.

Bangladesh had several opportunities to seal victory in the final session but could not take the last two wickets despite bowling 142 overs in Afghanistan's second innings.

Resuming the day, Afghanistan ...