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India achieved a remarkable seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the second Test, clinching the series 2-0 and effectively securing a place in the World Test Championship final for the third consecutive time. Despite facing two washed-out days, India’s strong all-round performance ensured a thrilling conclusion at Green Park Stadium.

DAY 5 RECAP :

In a gripping finale, India dismissed Bangladesh for 146 in their second innings during the first session. Jasprit Bumrah capped off the innings by taking the last wicket of Mushfiqur Rahim just before the extended lunch break, showcasing his skill with a well-executed slower ball.

While Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill fell early in India’s chase, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli steadied the innings. Jaiswal notched up his second fifty of the match, scoring 51 runs off 45 balls. He attempted to finish the game with a six but was dismissed, leaving Rishabh Pant to hit the winning runs, while Kohli remained unbeaten on 29.

KEY PERFORMANCES:

- Yashasvi Jaiswal: Scored 51 runs off 45 balls, marking his second half-century of the match.

- Virat Kohli: Finished not out on 29, supporting the chase.

- Jasprit Bumrah: Dismissed Mushfiqur Rahim off the last ball of the first session, concluding Bangladesh’s innings.

- Ravindra Jadeja: Took three wickets in his first three overs, dismantling Bangladesh's resistance.

- Akash Deep: Contributed significantly by dismissing Shadman Islam for 50.

MATCH DEVELOPMENTS:

India entered Day 5 after a dominant Day 4, where they declared their innings at 285-9 in pursuit of a target of 95. This declaration followed a record-breaking start, with Rohit Sharma and Jaiswal scoring the fastest 50 runs in Test history in just three overs.

Bangladesh resumed their second innings at 26/2, trailing by 26 runs. The Indian bowlers quickly put pressure on the Bangladeshi batsmen, with Jadeja's incisive bowling leading to the rapid fall of wickets, and Akash Deep maintaining the momentum by claiming crucial dismissals.

Despite an early partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto and Shadman Islam, which yielded 55 runs for the fourth wicket, Bangladesh succumbed to India’s relentless attack, collapsing to 146 all out.

DAY 5 HIGHLIGHTS:

- India won the match by seven wickets, securing a 2-0 series win.

- Bangladesh was bowled out for 146 in their second innings.

- Jaiswal's impressive fifty led the Indian chase.

- Kohli contributed steadily with an unbeaten 29.

- Bumrah's final wicket of Rahim exemplified his game-changing ability.

- Jadeja's early wickets set the tone for India’s bowling performance.

India’s comprehensive victory not only highlighted their dominance in the series but also positioned them strongly in the context of the World Test Championship.