Tue Oct 01 07:35:44 UTC 2024: ## India on the Verge of Victory as Bangladesh Falters in Kanpur Test
**Kanpur, India:** India is on the cusp of victory in the second Test match against Bangladesh, with a mere 95 runs needed for victory. The hosts wrapped up Bangladesh’s second innings for a paltry 146 runs, leaving them with a target that looks achievable with a day’s play remaining.
The match, which saw only 35 overs played in the first three days due to rain, came alive on the fourth day with thrilling moments. The momentum shifted decisively on Day 5, as Indian bowlers took control and dismissed Bangladesh for 146 in their second innings.
Ravindra Jadeja was the star of the show, claiming three crucial wickets in quick succession to break the back of the Bangladesh batting lineup. His scalps included skipper Mominul Haque, Liton Das, and Shakib Al Hasan, leaving the visitors reeling at 7 wickets down.
Jasprit Bumrah continued his excellent form, picking up three crucial wickets, including a clean bowled dismissal of Mushfiqur Rahim, to complete a dominant bowling performance.
With 60 overs remaining, India began their chase with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma at the crease. They will be aiming for a quick victory to secure a 2-0 series win.
The final day of this thrilling encounter promises to be a nail-biter, with India looking to seal a decisive victory and Bangladesh desperately seeking to pull off a surprise comeback.
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