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PAK vs BAN 2nd Test reactions: Bangladesh have sealed a magnificent, historic 2-0 series win over Pakistan after a six-wicket victory in the second Test at Rawalpindi. Chasing 185, the Tigers were largely untroubled as they strung together one partnership after another to keep Pakistan at bay.
This truly is Bangladesh’s greatest triumph in Test cricket. Yes, home wins over the likes of England and Australia in the mid-2010s were fantastic moments, but to come back and win from the positions they were in during this series is testament to their improvement in this format.
On day three, Bangladesh were in dire straits at 26/6 in pursuit of Pakistan’s 274. Litton Das’ magnificent hundred and Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s superb all-round show in the first innings put the Tigers, incredibly, to within just 12 of the hosts after the first innings.
From there, Bangladesh dominated. Hasan Mahmud (5/43) and the express Nahid Rana (4/44) ripped through the Pakistani lineup, marking the first time in history that pacers took all ten wickets for Bangladesh in an innings. From there, the visitors were always in the driving seat.
In the end, Shakib Al Hasan, their greatest ever cricketer, hit the winning runs to extend Pakistan’s winless streak at home. “Fantastic series win. This will give joy to people back home in Bangladesh,” said a proud Athar Ali Khan on commentary.
PAK vs BAN 2nd Test reactions: Bangladesh seal first away series win (2+ matches) since 2009
Praise for Bangladesh, particularly their persistence and fast bowling
Bangladesh were praised for the superb performance once again. Next up is a massive challenge in India, but fans give them a chance given they will enter the series full of confidence.
Pakistan’s struggles continue – team criticised
Pakistan had their moments but couldn’t capitalise. The bowlers couldn’t drive home the advantage in the first innings, and the batting was awful in the second innings.
Also, Shan Masood’s captaincy came for criticism, including when he didn’t have a third slip in place in the first session of day five when Pakistan needed wickets. Babar Azam is also in the spotlight given he is the senior batsman of the team.
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