IND vs BAN: Is Gambhir's coaching making waves in Indian test cricket?
Xtra Time Web Desk: Following India’s impressive performance on Day 4 of the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, captain Rohit Sharma shared insights into the team's aggressive game plan. India amassed 285 runs in their first innings, achieving a remarkable scoring rate of 8.22 runs per over in just 34.4 overs. Racing against the clock after two days of rain delays, India shattered world records for the fastest team 50, 100, 150, 200, and 250 runs.
With only 35 overs bowled in the first three days, the match appeared destined for a draw. However, India unleashed a torrent of runs on Day 4, resulting in over 400 runs and 18 wickets. The Indian bowlers set the stage by dismissing Bangladesh for 233. The visitors began Day 4 at 107 for 3 but could only add 126 runs due to India's high-intensity bowling.
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When India took to the crease, boundaries flowed at Green Park. Rohit Sharma initiated the charge, beginning his innings with two sixes after Yashasvi Jaiswal took on the Bangladesh bowlers. Rohit managed just 23 runs from 11 deliveries but set the tone for his teammates, telling the dressing room that it was okay to lose wickets while looking to be aggressive. Every Indian batter in the top six played without the fear of failure, helping India build a 52-run lead in just over a session.
India quickly wrapped up Bangladesh's second innings, bowling them out for 146, with Jasprit Bumrah, R Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja each claiming three wickets. India then comfortably chased down the 95-run target, securing a 2-0 series victory and reinforcing their position at the top of the World Test Championship standings.
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This victory also marked Gautam Gambhir's first Test series win as head coach of the national team. Rohit spoke highly of his evolving relationship with Gambhir, stating, "When Rahul [Dravid] bhai said he was done, it was a fantastic time we had together. Then life moves on and as a team we had to move on. With Gautam Gambhir...I've played with him and I know what sort of mindset he has. Early days still, but very fruitful."
India's record-breaking performance in Kanpur not only secured a 2-0 series sweep but also signaled a bold, aggressive approach that could define their future in Test cricket under Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir.
