In one The second match of the exciting Test in Kanpur from 27 September to 1 October, India showcased its cricketing prowess with a convincing win over Bangladesh by 7 gates. The match brought out the brilliance of India’s bowling attack and the explosive batting skills that have become synonymous with the team in recent years. After defeating Bangladesh by a modest total in both innings, India demonstrated their dominance in the series, clinching victory on the 5th day of the match.
Bangladesh’s efforts with the bat
Bangladesh’s first innings was a story of resilience and collapse as they faced a formidable Indian bowling line-up. The team struggled to find a rhythm in their early, opener Zakir Hasan AND Shadman Islami both start cheaply, contributing just 5 and 14 runs respectively. However, This is a reminder emerged as the lone batsman for Bangladesh, creating a decisive century.
His growths 107 runs came out 194 ballscharacterized by solid defense and selective aggression, showing 9 fours AND 2 sixes. Mominul’s knock was crucial in stabilizing the innings as wickets fell around him, but he lacked support from the other batsmen. The middle order was destroyed, with only Liton Das making an important contribution 34 runs. Indian bowlers, led by jasprit bumrah (3 gates) and Akash Deep (2 wickets), maintained steady pressure, using the conditions effectively to put Bangladesh away for short 233 runs.
Commanding performance by India’s batting
In response, India came out with an aggressive mindset, aiming to build a significant lead. The Indian innings was highlighted by an explosive start, led by the openers Rohit Sharma AND Shubman Gill. However, it was Yashasvi Jaiswal who really lit up the innings with his breathtaking play. Jaiswal’s extraordinary increments of 72 runs it just came out 51 ballsincluding 12 borders AND 2 sixesdemonstrating his ability to dominate bowlers with timing and power.
KL Rahul supported him well, scoring quickly 68 runs turned off 43 ballsensuring that India stayed ahead in the game. The Indian middle order contributed vital runs, but it was the lower order that added crucial runs towards the end, leading to a statement in 285 for 9. This essential direction i 52 runs gave India a solid foundation for their bowling attack to once again dismantle Bangladesh’s batting line-up.
The Endurance and Collapse of Bangladesh
In their second innings, Bangladesh showed a slight improvement but still failed to post a competitive total. Openers Shadman Islam and Zakir were dismissed quickly, leading to early pressure. Despite Shadman’s effort to anchor the innings with a score of 50 runsthe absence of significant partnerships meant that Bangladesh struggled to build momentum.
They could only manage 146 runsagain falling prey to India’s disciplined bowling. Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah were particularly impressive, each claimed 3 gates in this innings, ensuring that the Bangladeshi batsmen faced constant challenges. The Indian batsmen consistently targeted the stumps and kept tight lines, which resulted in Bangladesh’s innings collapsing quickly and setting a modest target of 95 runs for India to follow.
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India’s safe pursuit
Follow up 95 runsIndia encountered a few hiccups early on, losing Rohit and Shubman Gill early in the ranks. However, Jaiswal once again excelled, scoring an unbeaten run 51 runs to lead India closer to victory. His aggressive batting style combined with calculated strokes ensured that the required run rate remained in check.
Kohli, with his experienced presence, played a consistent role, completing the innings 29 not out. The pair put together a crucial partnership that effectively secured the win for India. In the end, India succeeded 98 for 3 in only 17.2 overssealing the match and the series with a commanding performance.
Here’s how the cricket fraternity reacted:
During the first 3 days only 35 overs were bowled. To earn a win in the next 2 days, Ind had to sack Bani, declare with a lead, sack Bani again and chase down the target. They did it with half a day off! Stand up and applaud the greatness 👏🏻👏🏻 #INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/x9SCceu9cy
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) October 1, 2024
Virat Kohli in the middle! 😌
1️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Four in tests. Just another simple token! 🐐#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/eKHpSfZxTZ
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) October 1, 2024
Mein aisa dominance home test series#INDvBAN #Kings of Punjab pic.twitter.com/j3W8XpGzS9
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) October 1, 2024
Special victory 🇮🇳💪 #INDvBAN
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) October 1, 2024
India wins!
One of the most memorable home wins for India. Losing more than 2 days on the pitch, rain, India still found a way to force a result.
Beaten, beaten with immaculate aim, supreme team effort. 👏
Don’t put any filters, it was a special performance!#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/dIS9hk5OjS
— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) October 1, 2024
India triumphs over Bangladesh by 7 wickets! 👏
Despite the rain interruptions, Team India demonstrated their determination to secure victory. 🔥
The bowlers were outstanding, with Bumrah, Ashwin, and Jadeja knocking down the Bangladeshi batsmen with deft accuracy. 👊#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/bfHwpfmkR6
— Nigel D’Souza (@Nigel__DSouza) October 1, 2024
prominent from India. they were given a problem statement with all the rain around and they responded. just 173.2 overs in the test match and India got the W#INDvBAN
— Gaurav Kalra (@gauravkalra75) October 1, 2024
What an outstanding bowling performance from India. They have played as leaders in this test.
– Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 1, 2024
This Indian win might just be a decider
moment in the survival of the sport’s longest format. Brilliant execution with no fear of losing in search of victory regardless of the weather #INDvsBAN– John Wright (@johnwright15) October 1, 2024
Chepauk ✅
Kanpur ✅
Won the match
Won the series ✅#WhistlePodu #INDvBAN
📸: BCCI pic.twitter.com/xHtrDugxCC— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) October 1, 2024
From 2⃣ clean days to 2⃣-0 streak wins, 🇮🇳 cruising in style 😎#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/ZFRmNIC416
— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) October 1, 2024
It may have gone unnoticed yesterday because of #INDvBAN but 13 year old 🤯Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest centurion in U19 cricket.
He scored 100 in 58 balls at the age of 13 years and 188 days. Beating the record set by Bangladeshi Najmul Hossain Shanto who was 14 years old.
What a future 💙🧡
— Erika Morris (@ErikaMorris79) October 1, 2024
3 wickets each from Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah 💥🏏
– Amazing bowling performance from this trio 🙌#cricket #INDvBAN #RavichandranAshwin #ravindrajadeja #jaspritbumrah #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/PqzYpiWrnC
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 1, 2024
