In a riveting second Test match at Kanpur from September 27 to October 1, India showcased their cricketing prowess with a convincing victory over Bangladesh by 7 wickets. The match highlighted the brilliance of India’s bowling attack and the explosive batting capabilities that have become synonymous with the team in recent years. After bowling out Bangladesh for a modest total in both innings, India demonstrated their dominance in the series, clinching the win on the Day 5 of the match.

Bangladesh’s struggles with the bat

Bangladesh’s first innings was a tale of resilience and collapse, as they faced a formidable Indian bowling lineup. The team struggled to find a rhythm early in their innings, with openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam both departing cheaply, contributing only 5 and 14 runs respectively. However, Mominul Haque emerged as the lone warrior for Bangladesh, crafting a determined century.

His innings of 107 runs came off 194 balls, characterized by solid defense and selective aggression, featuring 9 fours and 2 sixes. Mominul’s knock was crucial in stabilizing the innings as wickets tumbled around him, but he lacked support from the other batters. The middle order crumbled, with only Liton Das making a significant contribution of 34 runs. The Indian bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (3 wickets) and Akash Deep (2 wickets), maintained consistent pressure, exploiting the conditions effectively to bowl Bangladesh out for a mere 233 runs.

India’s commanding batting performance

In response, India came out with an aggressive mindset, intent on building a substantial lead. The Indian innings was highlighted by an explosive start, led by openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. However, it was Yashasvi Jaiswal who truly lit up the innings with his breathtaking stroke play. Jaiswal’s remarkable innings of 72 runs came off just 51 balls, including 12 boundaries and 2 sixes, demonstrating his ability to dominate bowlers with both timing and power.

KL Rahul supported him well, scoring a brisk 68 runs off 43 balls, ensuring 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 declaration at 285 for 9. This substantial lead of 52 runs gave India a solid foundation for their bowling attack to dismantle the Bangladeshi batting line-up once more.

Bangladesh’s resilience and final collapse

In their second innings, Bangladesh displayed slight improvement but still fell short of posting 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 runs, the lack of significant partnerships meant that Bangladesh struggled to build momentum.

They could only manage 146 runs, once again falling prey to India’s disciplined bowling. Ravindra Jadeja and Bumrah were particularly impressive, each claiming 3 wickets in this innings, ensuring that the Bangladeshi batters faced continuous challenges. The Indian bowlers consistently targeted the stumps and maintained tight lines, which resulted in Bangladesh’s innings folding quickly and setting a modest target of 95 runs for India to chase.

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India’s confident chase

Chasing 95 runs, India encountered a few hiccups at the start, losing Rohit and Shubman Gill early in the innings. However, Jaiswal once again stood out, scoring an unbeaten 51 runs to guide India closer to victory. His aggressive batting style, combined with calculated shots, ensured that the required run rate remained under control.

Kohli, with his experienced presence, played a steady role, finishing the innings on 29 not out. The pair put together a crucial partnership that effectively secured the victory for India. Ultimately, India reached 98 for 3 in just 17.2 overs, sealing the match and the series with a commanding performance.

Here’s how cricket fraternity reacted:

Only 35 overs were bowled across the first 3 days. To get a win in the next 2 days Ind had to dismiss Ban, declare with a lead, dismiss Ban again, then chase the target. They did it with half a day to spare! Stand up & applaud the greatness 👏🏻👏🏻 #INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/x9SCceu9cy

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) October 1, 2024

Virat Kohli in the middle! 😌

1️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Fours in Tests. Just another simple tick mark! 🐐#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/eKHpSfZxTZ

— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) October 1, 2024

Home Test series mein aisa domination 𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐤𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐬 𝐤𝐢 𝐛𝐚𝐚𝐭 𝐧𝐚𝐡𝐢 𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐱𝐦𝐚𝐧 😉#INDvBAN #PunjabKings pic.twitter.com/j3W8XpGzS9

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) October 1, 2024

Special win 🇮🇳💪 #INDvBAN

— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) October 1, 2024

India win!

One of the most memorable home wins for India. Losing more than 2 days to outfield, rain, India still found a way to force a result.

Batted, bowled with immaculate intent, top team effort. 👏

Do not put any filters, it’s been a special performance!#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/dIS9hk5OjS

— Nikhil 🏏 (@CricCrazyNIKS) October 1, 2024

India triumphs over Bangladesh by 7 wickets! 👏

Despite rain interruptions, Team India demonstrated their determination to secure the win. 🔥

The bowlers were exceptional, with Bumrah, Ashwin, and Jadeja taking down the Bangladeshi batsmen with skillful precision. 👊#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/bfHwpfmkR6

— Nigel D’Souza (@Nigel__DSouza) October 1, 2024

outstanding 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 like leaders in this test.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 1, 2024

This Indian victory might just be a pivotal
moment in the survival of the longest format of the sport . Brilliant execution of no fear in defeat for the quest of victory despite the weather #INDvsBAN

— John Wright (@johnwright15) October 1, 2024

Chepauk ✅
Kanpur ✅
Won the game✅
Won the series ✅#WhistlePodu #INDvBAN
📸 : BCCI pic.twitter.com/xHtrDugxCC

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) October 1, 2024

From 2⃣ days washed out to 2⃣-0 series win, 🇮🇳 cruised in some style 😎#INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/ZFRmNIC416

— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) October 1, 2024

It might have gone unnoticed yesterday due to #INDvBAN but 13 year old 🤯Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the younest centurion in U19 cricket.

He scored 100 in 58 balls at 13yrs and 188 days. Beating the record set by Bangladeshi Najmul Hossain Shanto who was 14.

What a future 💙🧡

— Erika Morris (@ErikaMorris79) October 1, 2024

3 wickets each by Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah 💥🏏

– Terrific bowling performance by this trio 🙌#cricket #INDvBAN #RavichandranAshwin #ravindrajadeja #jaspritbumrah #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/PqzYpiWrnC

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 1, 2024

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