Bangladesh India Test series
More skill and depth needed despite pacers’ improvement
Aggression to take wickets has to come through, and reacting to changes in batters’ mindset, in order to face up to unique challenges modern Test cricket provides.
Shakib’s home sign-off in doubt
While there are still doubts about Shakib’s return, those close to the development feel that if the cases hanging over him are revoked, he will play the series.
Tigers must channel Mominul’s resolve
As someone who has often struggled for consistency, Mominul applied himself better than the rest of the Bangladesh batters.
Wicket concerns mount after unusual rainfall
While Kanpur will be wishing that Sunday brings forth some sun and cricket, the Tigers will hope the dampness of the wicket at Green Park Stadium does not destabilise their second innings.
Langurs hired to tackle monkey ‘terror’ at Kanpur stadium
This decision comes in response to ongoing problems with monkeys pilfering snacks and drinks from fans and broadcast crew members alike.
Schools half-closed, fans send best wishes to Shakib as Kanpur readies for action
Kanpur hosted its last Test in 2021, and it has been three years since the expectant fans watched their favourite team play in their very own city.
Kanpur Test / Tigers reach 107-3 as first day cut short due to rain
Bangladesh trail the two-match series 1-0 following a 280-run defeat in Chennai.
Bangladesh vs India Test series / Tigers feel intensity of India challenge
The biggest difference was felt in the batting units of the two teams. While India had three centurions in two innings, only Najmul Hossain Shanto got close to three figures.
Deflated Bangladesh clutching at straws
It would be disappointing for Bangladesh that despite having enjoyed possibly the best seaming conditions of the match on the opening day, they have not made much more of the contest.
More skill and depth needed despite pacers’ improvement
Aggression to take wickets has to come through, and reacting to changes in batters’ mindset, in order to face up to unique challenges modern Test cricket provides.
Shakib’s home sign-off in doubt
While there are still doubts about Shakib’s return, those close to the development feel that if the cases hanging over him are revoked, he will play the series.
Tigers must channel Mominul’s resolve
As someone who has often struggled for consistency, Mominul applied himself better than the rest of the Bangladesh batters.
Wicket concerns mount after unusual rainfall
While Kanpur will be wishing that Sunday brings forth some sun and cricket, the Tigers will hope the dampness of the wicket at Green Park Stadium does not destabilise their second innings.
Langurs hired to tackle monkey ‘terror’ at Kanpur stadium
This decision comes in response to ongoing problems with monkeys pilfering snacks and drinks from fans and broadcast crew members alike.
Schools half-closed, fans send best wishes to Shakib as Kanpur readies for action
Kanpur hosted its last Test in 2021, and it has been three years since the expectant fans watched their favourite team play in their very own city.
Tigers reach 107-3 as first day cut short due to rain
Bangladesh trail the two-match series 1-0 following a 280-run defeat in Chennai.
Tigers feel intensity of India challenge
The biggest difference was felt in the batting units of the two teams. While India had three centurions in two innings, only Najmul Hossain Shanto got close to three figures.
Deflated Bangladesh clutching at straws
It would be disappointing for Bangladesh that despite having enjoyed possibly the best seaming conditions of the match on the opening day, they have not made much more of the contest.
Hasan’s fifer matches his ‘potential’
He also became the second Bangladesh pacer after Robiul Islam to bag back-to-back fifers in consecutive Tests.