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The Indian cricket team is on the verge of a series sweep against Bangladesh, thanks to the stellar bowling performances of Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah in the second Test match. Jadeja's triple-strike in the first session of the final day triggered a dramatic collapse of Bangladesh's batting lineup, ultimately setting India a modest target of 95 runs for victory. The day started with Bangladesh on a precarious 26 for 2, with hopes of putting some pressure back on the hosts. However, Jadeja's precise and skiddy bowling, coupled with the mounting pressure, proved too much for the visitors to handle. The Indian bowlers took full advantage of the lack of demons in the pitch, effectively suffocating Bangladesh's scoring opportunities.
The partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto and Shadman Islam offered Bangladesh a glimmer of hope, with the duo putting together a stand of 55 runs. But Jadeja's crucial breakthrough, dismissing Shanto with his second ball of the day, shattered the partnership and opened the floodgates for the Indian bowlers. The rest of the team swiftly followed suit, with Akash Deep, Ashwin, and Bumrah joining the attack. Bumrah's impressive delivery that left Mehidy Hasan Miraz out of his crease was a testament to his class and skill. The visitors were ultimately bowled out for 146 runs, leaving India with a comfortable target to chase.
The match highlighted the dominance of India's bowling attack, with Jadeja and Bumrah proving to be the architects of Bangladesh's downfall. The Indian team's disciplined and consistent bowling, particularly the tight and skiddy deliveries of Jadeja, kept Bangladesh under pressure throughout the innings. The victory seems all but assured for India, as they need only a meager 95 runs to secure a series whitewash. The upcoming chase is expected to be a mere formality, with India poised to seal their victory in style. The series has showcased India's strength in both batting and bowling, highlighting their potential for future success on the international stage.
Source: Jadeja and Bumrah help India set 95 for a series sweep