India Aims for Series Clean Sweep Against Bangladesh in Second Test
Kanpur: As India prepares for the second and final Test against Bangladesh, starting Friday in Kanpur, the spotlight is on star batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who will be crucial for the team’s success. After a dominant victory in the series opener in Chennai, where players like Ravichandran Ashwin, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja shone, India seeks to extend their record of consecutive Test series wins at home.
Despite India’s impressive performance, both Kohli and Rohit struggled in the first Test, as Bangladesh’s pace attack proved effective. Kohli, returning to home soil after a long absence, is expected to adapt his approach to regain his form, while Rohit looks to break his run drought.
The Green Park pitch traditionally favors spinners, leading to potential changes in India’s lineup. The team may opt for three spinners, possibly including Kuldeep Yadav, depending on conditions. Ravindra Jadeja stands on the cusp of becoming the second-fastest player to achieve the double of 300 wickets and 3,000 runs in Test cricket, needing just one wicket to reach this milestone.
For Bangladesh, who struggled in the first match, team management faces uncertainty over Shakib Al Hasan’s fitness. They may also make changes to their lineup, potentially bringing in left-arm spinner Taijul Islam.
The weather poses another challenge, with high humidity expected to affect player performance. With a strong historical record against Bangladesh, India will aim to secure another victory and showcase their dominance in the Test arena.
The match is set to begin at 9:30 AM IST.
