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Bangladesh has achieved a historic feat in the world of cricket, defeating Pakistan by six wickets in the second Test of the two-match series, securing a clean sweep with a 2-0 scoreline. This victory marks a significant milestone for Bangladesh, marking their first-ever clean sweep against an Asian side on home soil. The series win comes after a resounding 10-wicket victory in the first Test, demonstrating Bangladesh's dominance over their opponents. This triumph marks only the third away series win for Bangladesh in 33 attempts, having previously defeated the West Indies in 2009 and Zimbabwe three years later.
The victory was not just a matter of national pride but also had a significant impact on the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. Pakistan, aiming for a strong comeback after the first Test defeat, failed to meet expectations in the second match. The loss left them stagnant in eighth position (second last) with 16 points from seven games. Bangladesh, on the other hand, climbed to sixth place with 33 points in six matches. The WTC table is currently led by India with 68.52 points in nine games, followed by Australia in second place with 62.5 points in 12 matches.
The second Test saw Bangladesh chase down a target of 185 runs to secure the victory. Zakir Hasan (40), skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (38) and Mominul Haque (34) were the main contributors to the chase. Ultimately, Mushfiqur Rahim (22 not out) and Shakib Al Hasan (unbeaten on 21) guided the tourists home, sparking celebrations within the visiting squad. The win was a testament to the resilience and determination of the Bangladeshi team, who overcame a challenging start in the first innings, recovering from 26-6 to score 262. Litton Das's impressive 138 runs saved Bangladesh's first innings, setting the stage for the bowlers to shine. Hasan Mahmud (5-43) and Nahid Rana (4-44) were the architects of Pakistan's downfall in the second innings, proving their bowling prowess. The series win marks a significant step forward for Bangladesh cricket, showcasing their ability to compete and triumph against established teams on the international stage.
Source: Updated WTC Points Table After Bangladesh Stun Pakistan 2-0 In Test Series