India showcased their cricketing prowess by clinching a commanding victory over Bangladesh in the second Test match, concluding the series with a clean 2-0 sweep. This victory not only marked India’s 18th consecutive home series win but also solidified their position at the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings
The Test match, held at Green Park, Kanpur, faced significant rain interruptions, with the first day affected and Days 2 and 3 completely washed out. When play finally resumed on Day 4, Bangladesh managed to score 233 runs in their first innings, with captain Mominul Haque leading the charge with a resilient 107Despite the rain setbacks, the match turned into a thrilling contest thanks to India’s aggressive gameplay.
Once at bat, India turned the tables dramatically. They adopted an ultra-attacking approach, setting records for the fastest team scores for 50, 100, 150, 200, and 250 runs Yashasvi Jaiswal emerged as a standout performer, scoring 72 runs off just 51 balls, while KL Rahul contributed a brisk 68 runs off 43 balls. India declared their innings at 285/9 in only 34.4 overs, leaving Bangladesh with a daunting task.
On the final day of the match, India’s bowlers delivered a clinical performance. Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah each took three wickets, dismantling Bangladesh’s batting lineup for just 146 runs
India needed a modest target of 95 runs to secure the match and did so comfortably, losing only three wickets in the process. Jaiswal continued his impressive form, top-scoring with 51 runs
With this victory, India has put themselves in a strong position for the WTC Final, needing just three wins from their remaining eight matches
They are set to face New Zealand in a three-match Test series at home, followed by an away series against Australia, which will be crucial for maintaining their top position
This win not only reinforces India’s dominance in home series but also raises expectations for their performance in upcoming international fixtures, further establishing them as a formidable force in world cricket
Key Highlights:
• India won the second Test against Bangladesh, completing a 2-0 series win.
• The match faced rain interruptions but saw India set multiple records for fastest team scores.
• Key performances included Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 72 runs and strong bowling from Ashwin, Jadeja, and Bumrah.
• This victory strengthens India’s position in the World Test Championship, needing three wins to secure a place in the final.