In an astonishing turn of events, Team India achieved a remarkable triumph against Bangladesh in the Kanpur Test, a victory that appeared highly improbable after rain and a damp outfield interrupted nearly three days of play. Nonetheless, the Indian management sent a clear directive: the team had to take their chances and see what they could accomplish. What they ultimately achieved was truly exceptional. Despite the lost playing time, India powered their way to victory with more than a session remaining, clinching the series 2-0 and moving closer to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final.
Home ground mastery
India’s strength at home continues to shine, and this win adds yet another achievement to their impressive record. Arriving with a wave of confidence after a historic victory against Pakistan, Bangladesh found themselves swiftly outmatched by the hosts. India’s batting performance was awe-inspiring, setting multiple records for the fastest team totals at various stages. Equally noteworthy were the bowlers, who dismissed Bangladesh twice on a pitch that was far from treacherous. Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja solidified their reputation as elite bowlers, while Akash Deep made a significant impact during his chances in this match.
Match overview
Following their declaration at 285/9 in response to Bangladesh’s 233, India showcased an exceptional display by wrapping up Bangladesh for just 146 in their second innings. This set a modest target of 95 runs for the hosts, which they achieved comfortably with seven wickets in hand, marking a memorable victory in Kanpur.
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Virat Kohli’s playful exchange with Litton Das
After the conclusion of the match, Virat Kohli, who finished unbeaten on 29, captured attention with a lighthearted moment. While players and staff from both sides engaged in customary handshakes, Kohli was spotted winking at Bangladesh wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das. Although the context behind this playful gesture remains unclear, it certainly caught the eye and added a cheerful note to the post-match atmosphere.
Here is the video:
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