In a match hampered by rain and uncertainty, India achieved a remarkable victory, defeating Bangladesh by 7 wickets to complete a 2-0 series sweep. Despite only 35 overs being bowled on the first day, India made the most of limited play and bowled out Bangladesh in both innings. Set a modest target of 95 runs, India chased it down comfortably, despite early setbacks.
Yashaswi Jaiswal (51) played a crucial role, scoring his second half-century of the series, while Virat Kohli (29*) and Rishabh Pant (4*) guided the team to victory after the dismissals of Rohit Sharma (8) and Shubman Gill (6). Jaiswal, attempting a big shot when India needed just three more runs, fell short, but Kohli and Pant ensured no further wickets were lost.
Earlier, Bangladesh was bowled out for 146 runs in their second innings, after scoring 233 in the first. India declared their first innings at 285/9, giving them the advantage to press for a win. This victory marked India’s 18th consecutive home series win, reinforcing their dominance in Test cricket on home soil. India now leads the World Test Championship points table and is on track to secure a spot in the final with three more wins from their next eight matches.
