India Dominates Bangladesh in Kanpur, Achieving Record 18th Consecutive Series Win at Home.

In a thrilling display of cricket, India secured a commanding victory over Bangladesh in the second Test at Green Park, Kanpur, marking their record-extending 18th consecutive series win on home soil. The match, which concluded on October 1, 2024, saw India triumph with a 2-0 series win, further solidifying their position at the top of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 standings.

Despite the setback of losing two full days to rain, the Indian team showcased remarkable resilience and aggression, particularly on Day 4, where they made significant progress with the bat. The final day saw India’s bowlers executing a masterclass, bundling out the Bangladeshi side for just 146 runs in the first session, leading to a swift conclusion of the match.

India’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja, each taking three wickets, while Akash Deep chipped in with one. This effective bowling strategy saw Bangladesh’s innings crumble in just 47 overs.

Earlier in the match, Bangladesh started their first innings solidly, reaching 107/3 on a rain-affected Day 1. However, they ultimately collapsed for 233 runs, with Bumrah’s three wickets crucial in stifling the Bangladeshi batting lineup. Other notable performances included Mohammad Siraj, Ashwin, and Akash Deep, who each took two wickets, while Jadeja celebrated his landmark of 300 Test wickets.

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India’s Batting Barrage

Following their impressive bowling display, India unleashed an aggressive batting onslaught that was nothing short of spectacular. They achieved record-breaking milestones, posting the fastest team scores for 50, 100, 150, 200, and 250 runs. The innings was highlighted by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 72 runs off just 51 balls. Contributions from Rohit Sharma (23 off 11), Shubman Gill (36 off 33), and Virat Kohli (47 off 38) propelled the team to a declaration at 285/9 in just 34.4 overs. KL Rahul then sealed the innings with a brisk 68 off 43 balls.

With a modest target of 95 runs to chase, India achieved this in just 17.2 overs, finishing the match with a comfortable seven-wicket victory. Jaiswal was again the star, top-scoring with 51 runs in the second innings.

Historical Significance

This victory marks an impressive achievement for the Indian cricket team, as they remain unbeaten in home series since the 2012-13 season when they were defeated by Alastair Cook’s England. The streak of 18 consecutive series wins at home is a testament to India’s dominance in the format and their capacity to perform under pressure.

Full List of India’s 18 Consecutive Series Wins at Home

1. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (Australia in India) – 2012/13: India won 4-0
2. West Indies in India Test Series – 2013/14: India won 2-0
3. Freedom Trophy (South Africa in India) – 2015/16: India won 3-0
4. New Zealand in India Test Series – 2016/17: India won 3-0
5. England in India Test Series – 2016/17: India won 4-0
6. Bangladesh in India Test Match – 2016/17: India won 1-0
7. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (Australia in India) – 2016/17: India won 2-1
8. Sri Lanka in India Test Series – 2017/18: India won 1-0
9. Afghanistan in India Test Match – 2018: India won 1-0
10. West Indies in India Test Series – 2018/19: India won 2-0
11. Freedom Trophy (South Africa in India) – 2019/20: India won 3-0
12. Bangladesh in India Test Series – 2019/20: India won 2-0
13. Anthony de Mello Trophy (England in India) – 2020/21: India won 3-1
14. New Zealand in India Test Series – 2021/22: India won 1-0
15. Sri Lanka in India Test Series – 2021/22: India won 2-0
16. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (Australia in India) – 2022/23: India won 2-1
17. Anthony de Mello Trophy (England in India) – 2023/24: India won 4-1
18. Bangladesh in India Test Series – 2024/25: India won 2-0

India’s cricketing prowess continues to shine on home turf, raising expectations for their upcoming fixtures in the World Test Championship. With a blend of experienced and young talent, the future looks bright for Indian cricket.

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