As the second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh unfolded in Rawalpindi, the fans were finally able to witness a historic moment of Bangladesh whitewashing the Test series against the hosts Pakistan.
Bangladesh won back-to-back Tests in the two-match series, as they a whitewashed Pakistan in this series, following a dominating performance with the ball and in chasing down the target.
This is a rare achievement, given the history of Test cricket in Pakistan.
Have Pakistan ever been whitewashed at home in a Test series?
Pakistan has been a strong force in Test cricket at home, but they have faced a whitewash twice now. They occurred first during England's 2022 tour and in the recently concluded 2024 Test series at home against Bangladesh.
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England completed a historic 3-0 series sweep against Pakistan. This whitewash marked the first time Pakistan lost a three-Test series 3-0 on home soil.
Bangladesh create history against Pakistan in Test cricket
Similarly, Bangladesh completed a historic 2-0 whitewash of the hosts Pakistan at Rawalpindi. Not only did the visitors win their first Test against their opponents in Test cricket in the first match, but they also managed to double down and win back-to-back matches in the series.
Bangladesh is on the brink of a remarkable feat. After a dominant performance in the first Test, they have continued their form in the second Test.
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Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana's bowling helped in dismissing Pakistan for 172 runs in their second innings. This has set Bangladesh a target of 185 runs to win the match, to secure a 2-0 series victory.
In the chase, the Bangladesh batters comfortably chased down the target to win by 6 wickets. Experienced campaigners Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan guided the team past the finish line.
With their current performance and the chance to whitewash the series, Bangladesh is on the verge of achieving a remarkable feat.