Bangladesh completed a historic 2-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan after sealing a dominant six-wicket victory in the second Test, deepening concerns over Pakistan cricket’s decline under the PCB’s controversial policies and inconsistent team management.
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Bangladesh national cricket team scripted history by defeating Pakistan national cricket team by six wickets in the second Test, registering their first-ever Test series win against Pakistan.
Chasing 437 runs in the fourth innings, Pakistan were bowled out for 358 despite resistance from the middle-order, handing Bangladesh a famous series clean sweep and one of the biggest moments in the country’s cricket history.
The defeat has intensified criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board, with fans and analysts questioning whether Pakistan cricket is currently going through one of its worst phases due to poor selection decisions, unstable management, and a lack of long-term planning.
Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack kept Pakistan under pressure throughout the match, while batters Zakir Hasan and Najmul Hossain Shanto played important roles in guiding the hosts to victory.
The match also saw tempers flare late in the game, with Mohammad Rizwan reportedly involved in a heated exchange with a Bangladeshi player as frustration grew inside the Pakistan camp.
Pakistan’s batting unit once again failed to deliver under pressure despite the presence of experienced players such as Babar Azam and Rizwan, raising serious questions about the team’s red-ball future.
Bangladesh, meanwhile, continued their impressive rise in Test cricket with a composed all-round performance, further proving their growing strength at home and their increasing competitiveness in international red-ball cricket.
The series defeat is expected to trigger fresh debate in Pakistan over team leadership, domestic structure, selection policies and the overall direction of the national side.
Match Score Summary:
Bangladesh 1st innings: 278 all out
(Litton Das 126)
Pakistan 1st innings: 232 all out
(Babar Azam 68)
Bangladesh 2nd innings: 390 all out
(Mushfiqur Rahim 137, Litton Das 69)
Pakistan 2nd innings: 358 all out
(Target: 437)
