• Bangladesh's historic victory over Pakistan in the Rawalpindi Test marked their first-ever series win in and against the country.

  • The Tigers clinched a 2-0 clean sweep against the hosts.

PAK vs BAN: Netizens react as Bangladesh stun Pakistan in Rawalpindi Test to register a clean sweep
Netizens react as Bangladesh stun Pakistan with clean sweep in Rawalpindi Test (Images source: X)

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In a stunning turn of events, the Bangladesh cricket team etched their name in history by clinching a comprehensive 2-0 victory over Pakistan in the two-match Test series, culminating in a resounding win by six wickets at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The Tigers’ triumph over their arch-rivals in their own backyard is a testament to their resilience and determination.

Bangladesh completes the sweep

The final day of the second Test witnessed a dramatic collapse from the Pakistan batting lineup, as they were bundled out for a paltry 172 runs in their second innings. Bangladesh, resuming their innings at 40 for no loss, comfortably chased down the target of 185 runs to secure a victory by six wickets.

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Litton Das’s Stellar Knock

Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das played a pivotal role in Bangladesh’s success, scoring a crucial 138 runs in the first innings. His partnership with Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who contributed 78 runs, helped the Tigers post a respectable total of 262 runs.

Pakistan’s batting woes

Despite a fighting half-century from Agha Salman in the second innings, Pakistan’s batting order failed to deliver. The hosts’ top-order batters struggled to adapt to the conditions, and their middle order collapsed under pressure.

Bangladesh’s bowling prowess

The Bangladesh bowlers, led by Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud, wreaked havoc on the Pakistan batting lineup. Their disciplined bowling and ability to extract movement from the pitch proved too much for the hosts to handle.

Scorecard Summary

1st Innings:

  • Bangladesh: 262 all out (78.4 overs)
  • Pakistan: 274 all out (85.1 overs)

2nd Innings:

  • Pakistan: 172 all out (46.4 overs)
  • Bangladesh:185-4 (56 Ov)

Player of the Match: Litton Das (Bangladesh)

Player of the Series: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)

Series Result: Bangladesh won the match by 6 wickets and the series 2-0

This victory marks a historic moment for Bangladesh cricket, as it is their first-ever Test series win in Pakistan. The Tigers’ triumph will undoubtedly boost their confidence and inspire a new generation of cricketers in the country.

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