India Set to Clinch Series Against Bangladesh in Kanpur
India heads into the second Test of the Bangladesh tour with full confidence after a dominant win by 280 runs in the first Test. Having never lost to Bangladesh in Test cricket, and boasting a 12-0 head-to-head win record, India looks set to secure the series. Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's all-round brilliance in the first Test gave India an unassailable advantage. As the teams meet at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur, we predict India to defeat Bangladesh and wrap up the series.
India's DominationIndia's emphatic victory in the first Test highlighted why it's difficult to challenge them on home soil. Ashwin's century (113 runs) and six wickets, along with Jadeja's contribution of 86 runs and five wickets, were pivotal in their success. Rishabh Pant's century in the second innings sealed Bangladesh's fate, setting them a mammoth target of 515. With the black soil pitch at Kanpur expected to favor spin, India’s trio of Ashwin, Jadeja, and possibly Axar Patel will be a massive threat.
India's only concern lies with the form of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, but with the likes of Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal in form, they should be able to post a big total. Kanpur’s pitch is known to aid spinners, making India's bowling attack a key factor.
Bangladesh’s StruggleDespite showing promise early in the first Test, Bangladesh was unable to capitalize on India's shaky start. Hasan Mahmud’s brilliant spell initially gave them hope, reducing India to 144 for 6. However, they failed to sustain the pressure and allowed India to reach 376. Bangladesh’s batting crumbled under pressure, managing only 149 in response to India’s first innings total. Their fightback in the second innings was led by Najmul Hossain Shanto’s 82, but Ashwin's masterclass with the ball put an end to their hopes.
If Bangladesh is to stand any chance in the second Test, they need to apply themselves better with the bat and find ways to counter India’s spin-heavy attack. Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, and Mushfiqur Rahim will need to step up to give their bowlers something to defend.
Lotus365 Prediction: India to WinGiven their dominance at home and Bangladesh’s struggles against spin, it’s hard to see India losing this Test. Spinners will play a vital role on Kanpur's pitch, and India’s superior spin attack gives them a massive advantage. We predict India to win the second Test and secure the series.
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