Jasprit Bumrah picked three wicketson the final day in Kanpur © BCCI
India Clinch 18th Consecutive Series Win at Home, Defeat Bangladesh
India 285/9 d & 98/3 (Jaiswal 51) beat Bangladesh 233 & 146 (Bumrah 3-17)
Day 5, Second Test, Kanpur
India extended their record-breaking dominance on home soil by clinching their 18th consecutive Test series victory, defeating Bangladesh in the second Test at Green Park, Kanpur.
The 2-0 series win cements India’s position at the top of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle.
Comprehensive Victory Despite Weather Challenges
Despite losing two days to rain, India put up a stellar performance, declaring their second innings at 285/9 in just 34.4 overs before bowling out Bangladesh for a mere 146 on the final day. The relentless bowling attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja, who picked three wickets each, ensured Bangladesh were bundled out within 47 overs.
India’s Batting Onslaught Sets the Tone
After being asked to bat first, Bangladesh struggled to gain momentum and were bowled out for 233 on Day 4, following a rain-curtailed Day 1. India’s bowlers, led by Bumrah, Ashwin, and Mohammad Siraj, kept Bangladesh under pressure with timely breakthroughs.
In response, India’s batsmen launched a fierce counterattack. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s blistering 72 off 51 deliveries set the tone, followed by rapid contributions from Rohit Sharma (23 off 11), Shubman Gill (36 off 33), and Virat Kohli (47 off 38). KL Rahul added the finishing touches with a brisk 68 off 43, as India declared at 285/9, smashing multiple run-rate records in the process.
Bowlers Seal the Series for India
With a target of just 95 runs to chase, India’s bowlers dismantled the Bangladeshi lineup on the final day. Bumrah, Jadeja, and Ashwin’s tight bowling reduced the visitors to 146 in the first session itself. Akash Deep also contributed with a solitary wicket, wrapping up Bangladesh’s innings swiftly.
India Chase Down Target Comfortably
India chased down the modest target of 95 in just 17.2 overs with seven wickets in hand, thanks to Jaiswal’s steady half-century, as the hosts wrapped up the series with ease.
World Test Championship Leaders
This series win solidifies India’s top spot in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle. The team’s relentless dominance at home, led by a balanced combination of explosive batting and lethal bowling, continues to be a benchmark in international cricket.
With this victory, India not only extends its streak but also sends a strong message to its competitors ahead of the upcoming series, showcasing their unparalleled strength and resilience on home turf.
