“Bangladesh complete 2-0 series sweep against Pakistan, their first at home, and rise to fifth in World Test Championship standings; Pakistan slips to eighth as India drops to sixth.”
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Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 78 runs in the second Test at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, completing a 2-0 series sweep – their first-ever home series win against Pakistan. The victory also moved Bangladesh past India to fifth place in the ICC World Test Championship standings, with a win percentage of 58.33 compared to India’s 48.15. Pakistan, on the other hand, dropped to eighth with just 8.33 percent.
Pakistan showed spirited resistance on the fifth day, resuming at 316 for seven while chasing a massive target of 437. They added only 42 runs before being bowled out for 358 in 97.2 overs. Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam starred with six wickets in the second innings, while Nahid Rana contributed two crucial dismissals.
The win marks back-to-back series sweeps for Bangladesh over Pakistan, following their 2-0 victory in Pakistan in 2024. Fans and experts hailed the triumph as a landmark moment for Bangladesh cricket, highlighting the team’s growing strength and consistency. For Pakistan, the defeat is a major setback, raising questions about strategy and performance ahead of upcoming WTC matches. The PCB now faces mounting pressure to bounce back in the remaining fixtures.
