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Bangladesh Achieves Historic Win Against Pakistan in Rawalpindi
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by six wickets on the fifth day of the second Test match played in Rawalpindi, winning the series 2-0.
This victory marks the first time Bangladesh has won a Test series against Pakistan, achieving a clean sweep in the process. Chasing a target of 185 runs in the second Test, Bangladesh reached the target with just four wickets lost.
Najam-ul-Haq described the win as unforgettable, anticipating a hero’s welcome upon his return to a nation that has recently experienced political turmoil, including protests and the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
This accomplishment holds significant meaning for Bangladesh cricket and all the players involved. “I can’t express my feelings,” said Najam-ul-Haq, “but I can say that we are all incredibly happy and excited. Everyone was determined to accomplish something special, and we wanted to win. I am proud that everyone performed their best and that we won this historic series.”
Bangladesh dominated in both Tests, showcasing superior bowling despite an inexperienced fast attack. In comparison, Pakistan has lost six of their last ten home Test matches, with the remaining four resulting in draws.
Skipper Shaun Masood expressed disappointment over the team’s performance as they prepare for a busy season ahead with a three-match home series against England starting next month. “They outplayed us in both Test matches, and we need to reflect on that before our next series,” he stated.
During the fifth day of the match, Bangladesh resumed their innings after both openers were dismissed at a score of 70. However, captain Najamul Hussain Shanto and Mominul Haq stabilized the innings. Zakir Hasan contributed 40 runs, while Shadman Islam added 24 runs. Captain Najamul Hussain Shanto scored 33 runs, and Mominul Haq contributed 34 runs.
Following a loss in the first Test match, the Pakistani team appeared overwhelmed in the second Test. The situation was evident when they took six wickets for just 26 runs in Bangladesh’s first innings but still could not regain control of the match.
Bangladesh secured their first Test victory over Pakistan last month in Rawalpindi, winning by 10 wickets, marking a significant milestone in their cricket history.
Babar Azam Faces Criticism Amid Poor Performance
Babar Azam has been the target of numerous trolls and derogatory memes following his disappointing performances in recent formats. In the second Test match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi, Babar managed to score only 31 and 11 runs in two innings, leading to viral posts about his ‘fake retirement’ on social media platform X.
The first fake retirement post emerged on Monday afternoon, mimicking the tone of an actual retirement announcement, causing confusion among fans. As the first post gained traction, another one surfaced, this time from a more influential account with greater reach.
The parody account humorously mocked Babar Azam for creating batting-friendly pitches in red-ball cricket, contrasting with his struggles. Nonetheless, former Australian fast bowler and current Pakistan Test head coach Jason Gillespie came to Babar’s defense, affirming his status as a world-class player. “Babar Azam is a top player, and I believe we will see him scoring big runs soon,” Gillespie stated.
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Bangladesh Achieves Historic Win Against Pakistan in Rawalpindi
Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by six wickets on the fifth day of the second Test match played in Rawalpindi, winning the series 2-0.
This victory marks the first time Bangladesh has won a Test series against Pakistan, achieving a clean sweep in the process. Chasing a target of 185 runs in the second Test, Bangladesh reached the target with just four wickets lost.
Najam-ul-Haq described the win as unforgettable, anticipating a hero’s welcome upon his return to a nation that has recently experienced political turmoil, including protests and the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
This accomplishment holds significant meaning for Bangladesh cricket and all the players involved. “I can’t express my feelings,” said Najam-ul-Haq, “but I can say that we are all incredibly happy and excited. Everyone was determined to accomplish something special, and we wanted to win. I am proud that everyone performed their best and that we won this historic series.”
Bangladesh dominated in both Tests, showcasing superior bowling despite an inexperienced fast attack. In comparison, Pakistan has lost six of their last ten home Test matches, with the remaining four resulting in draws.
Skipper Shaun Masood expressed disappointment over the team’s performance as they prepare for a busy season ahead with a three-match home series against England starting next month.
