In a superb performance, India defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the Kanpur Test, completing a clean sweep of the series 2-0. Thanks to Rohit Sharma’s aggressive captaincy and top-notch performances from the Indian players throughout the match. Debutant Akash Deep performed really well in the IND vs BAN Kanpur Test, taking 2 wickets in the first innings and 1 wicket in the second. He also relied heavily on seam movement during the match, which was exceptional.
Rohit praised the young star Akashdeep, highlighting his potential. “He’s been good; he has played a lot of domestic cricket and knows what it takes to rise through the ranks. He has the quality and the skill, a good body as well, he can bowl long spells. and we need to create a group of players to be available for Test cricket.”
Rohit Sharma praises team efforts
Discussing the strategy, Rohit said, “On the last two days, we focused on finishing strong. The moment we knew we needed 230 runs, it wasn’t just about runs but also the overs we bowled. The pitch didn’t offer much help, but the bowlers did well, and the batters went for quick runs. It was risky, but we took the chance to secure a result.”
Captain Rohit Sharma applauds his team’s efforts and believes in the need to adapt and evolve. “We have to work with different things. Rahul Dravid and I had fantastic moments. We also have to move on with him. Our new coach, Gautam Gambhir, is also experienced and allows players to play their game freely.”
Jasprit Bumrah Reflects on the Victory
Jasprit Bumrah expressed his delight at the team’s performance, stating, “It’s really good to have this win; it’s a really special win. Bowling every day, we won in just two days. You use your experience; you play on different surfaces—this was completely different from Chennai. Communication helps, especially when the conditions are not favorable.”
Bumrah also shared insights into his role in guiding younger bowlers like Akashdeep, saying, “Akashdeep keeps asking me for tips. He gives his absolute best on the field, and whenever he comes into bowl, I’m happy for him.”
On managing his workload, Bumrah added, “After the World Cup, we got a break. It’s important to keep the workload in mind. You know how many overs you have to bowl, and hopefully, I’ll be able to keep the momentum going.”
India Wins the Match on the Last Day
On the final day of the rain-affected match on Tuesday, India set a target of 95 runs, which they achieved in just 17.2 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal was the star with the bat, scoring a brisk 51 runs, while Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 29. Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant sealed the victory with a boundary, delighting the home crowd.
Before lunch, India’s bowlers dismantled Bangladesh’s batting line-up, bowling them out for 146 runs in their second innings. The Bangladeshi team began the day at 26/2, but the Indian bowlers did well to secure the win, with Jasprit Bumrah, Ravi Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja each claiming three wickets. Earlier, India declared their first innings at 285 for 9 in just 34.4 overs.
