India is just 95 runs away from securing a 2-0 series victory after a captivating day of cricket against Bangladesh. The morning session saw India assert control, thanks to some brilliant bowling and a series of poor shots from the Bangladesh batsmen.
Ravichandran Ashwin set the tone early by dismissing first-innings centurion Mominul Haque cheaply. Despite a solid partnership between Shadman Islam and Najmul Hossain Shanto, Bangladesh crumbled after their captain, Shanto, played a reckless reverse sweep against Ravindra Jadeja.
That shot opened the floodgates as Bangladesh’s middle order collapsed, going from 91/3 to 94/7 in quick succession.
Jadeja was the key destroyer, picking up three wickets, while Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah also contributed with crucial dismissals. Bumrah’s return to the attack saw him take two wickets, including the important one of Mushfiqur Rahim, who was bowled attempting a reckless shot just before lunch.
Bangladesh’s innings ended at 146, leaving India plenty of time with 62 overs remaining to chase down the target.
Bangladesh’s Second Innings Summary Bangladesh was bowled out for 146 in 47 overs, with Shadman Islam top-scoring with a gritty 50 off 101 balls. Mushfiqur Rahim also showed resistance with 37 from 63 deliveries, but poor shot selection from the middle order cost the visitors dearly.
Ashwin (3/50) and Jadeja (3/34) were instrumental in Bangladesh’s downfall, with Bumrah (3/17) providing crucial breakthroughs.
India’s First Innings Recap
India’s first innings ended at 285 for 9 in 34.4 overs, with Yashasvi Jaiswal leading the charge with 72 off 51 balls. Skipper Rohit Sharma added a quick-fire 23, and KL Rahul made 68 off 43 to keep the momentum going. Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz were the pick of Bangladesh’s bowlers, both claiming four wickets each.
India now stands on the brink of another comprehensive win, needing only 95 runs to seal the series. With plenty of time on their side and a strong batting lineup, the odds are firmly in India’s favor.
