Live Scorecard: India vs Bangladesh Test 2024 Day 2 - A Day of Grit and Determination
Day 2 of the India vs Bangladesh Test series saw a battle of wills, with both teams displaying resilience and determination. The second day of this crucial encounter proved to be a tense affair, with the momentum swinging back and forth.
Here's a look at the key highlights of Day 2:
Bangladesh's Solid Start:
- Bangladesh resumed their innings at 108/3, aiming to build a substantial lead.
- Mominul Haque (54 runs) and Shakib Al Hasan (73 runs) combined for a crucial 108-run partnership. Their partnership steadied the Bangladeshi innings and gave them a platform to build upon.
- Bangladesh's batsmen showed commendable composure and batted with discipline. Their ability to handle the Indian bowling attack showcased their resilience.
India's Fightback:
- Ravichandran Ashwin once again proved to be the key wicket-taker for India. He bagged 4 wickets, including the crucial dismissals of Mominul Haque and Shakib Al Hasan.
- The Indian bowlers, despite facing a solid Bangladesh batting performance, managed to keep the runs down. Their relentless pressure eventually resulted in regular wickets, putting Bangladesh under pressure.
- India's fielding was sharp, with several crucial catches taken. This aspect of their game played a crucial role in breaking partnerships and limiting Bangladesh's scoring rate.
Bangladesh's First Innings Closed:
- Bangladesh ended their first innings at 227, giving India a lead of 150 runs.
- The Bangladesh batting performance, despite a strong start, ultimately fell short of expectations. Their inability to convert starts into big scores left them with a considerable deficit.
India's Second Innings:
- India's second innings got off to a shaky start, losing their first wicket early on.
- Rohit Sharma (42 runs) and Cheteshwar Pujara (29 runs) put up a solid partnership, taking India to a comfortable position. Their efforts provided stability and allowed the other batsmen to play freely.
- India ended the day with a score of 102/1, with a lead of 252 runs. Their strong position sets them up for a strong challenge on Day 3.
Key Stats:
- Bangladesh's top scorers: Shakib Al Hasan (73 runs), Mominul Haque (54 runs)
- India's top scorers: Rohit Sharma (42 runs), Cheteshwar Pujara (29 runs)
- India's leading wicket-taker: Ravichandran Ashwin (4 wickets)
Day 2 of the India vs Bangladesh Test was a fascinating affair, with both teams showcasing their strengths and vulnerabilities. India's lead at the end of the day puts them in a strong position heading into Day 3. However, Bangladesh will be keen to fight back and salvage the match.
Stay tuned for Day 3, which promises to be an exciting and crucial day in this captivating Test series.
