India vs Bangladesh 3rd T20I: In a thrilling conclusion to the T20I series, India delivered a record-breaking performance to complete a 3-0 sweep over Bangladesh. The Men in Blue dominated the 3rd T20I in Hyderabad, winning by a staggering 133 runs, powered by spectacular innings from Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav.
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India’s Explosive Batting Sets Record
After winning the toss, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to bat, and the decision paid off handsomely. India posted a colossal total of 297/6, setting a new record for the highest team score in T20Is by a Test-playing nation. The star of the show was Sanju Samson, who roared back into form with a scintillating 111 off 47 balls. His breathtaking knock included 11 fours and 8 sixes, and he reached his century in just 40 balls.
Samson was well-supported by the skipper, Suryakumar Yadav, who smashed 75 off 31 balls, bringing up his fifty in just 23 deliveries. Together, the duo added 173 runs for the third wicket, decimating Bangladesh’s bowling attack.
Towards the end, Hardik Pandya (47 off 18) and Riyan Parag (34 off 13) further punished Bangladesh, adding 70 runs in quick succession. The final flourish left Bangladesh with an almost insurmountable chase of 298.
Bangladesh Crumbles Under Pressure
Bangladesh’s chase got off to a nightmare start as Mayank Yadav struck with the first ball, dismissing Parvez Hossain Emon for a golden duck. The visitors never recovered from this early blow, struggling to keep up with the required run rate.
Litton Das (42) and Towhid Hridoy (54*) put up some resistance, but it wasn’t enough as wickets fell at regular intervals. Mayank Yadav, who finished with 2/22, was impressive, while Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi kept the pressure on with tight spells.
The match also marked the final T20I appearance for Bangladesh’s former skipper Mahmudullah Riyad, who was dismissed for 8 in his farewell game. Despite some flashes of brilliance from their middle order, Bangladesh could only manage 164/7, losing by a massive 133 runs.
Key Highlights of the Match
- Sanju Samson smashed a 40 ball century, ending with 111 off 47 balls.
- Suryakumar Yadav added a quickfire 75, helping India post 297/6 in 20 overs.
- Bangladesh managed 164/7 in reply, with Towhid Hridoy top scoring with 54*.
- India’s total of 297/6 is the highest in T20Is by a Test-playing nation.
- Mayank Yadav struck on the first ball of Bangladesh’s innings, ending with figures of 2/22.
- India completed a 3-0 series whitewash with this dominant victory.
India’s batting power, led by Samson and Suryakumar, set up a stunning victory, while the bowlers kept Bangladesh under control throughout their innings. The comprehensive performance underscored India’s dominance throughout the series, as they head into future challenges brimming with confidence.
For Bangladesh, the series marks the end of an era with Mahmudullah’s retirement from T20Is. As they look to rebuild for the future, this series will serve as a learning experience for their younger players.
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