India Breaks Records with Explosive Batting Against Bangladesh in Second Test
In an impressive display of cricket, India set a new record with a remarkable run rate of 7.36 during the second Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur, marking the highest run rate ever recorded in Test cricket history. This achievement surpasses South Africa’s long-standing record of 6.80, set against Zimbabwe in 2005.
India’s dominant performance resulted in a 7-wicket victory, despite facing interruptions from rain that washed out two and a half days of play. The match concluded with India sealing their win on Day 5, further establishing their strength in the series.
| Run Rate | Team | Opposition | Venue | Year |
| 7.36 | India | Bangladesh | Kanpur | 2024 |
| 6.80 | South Africa | Zimbabwe | Cape Town | 2005 |
| 6.73 | England | Pakistan | Rawalpindi | 2022 |
| 6.43 | England | Ireland | Lords | 2023 |
| 5.73 | England | Bangladesh | Chester Le Street | 2005 |
During Bangladesh’s first innings, India’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, restricted the opposition to 233 runs. The Indian batsmen then showcased their skills in a thrilling batting exhibition, setting new benchmarks for the fastest team 50, 100, and 200 in a single innings. Scoring at an impressive rate of 8.22 runs per over, India declared at 285, taking a significant 52-run lead.
As the match progressed, India maintained pressure on Bangladesh, dismissing them for 146 runs. Chasing a target of just 95 runs for victory, India’s batting lineup came out aggressively, with Yashasvi Jaiswal contributing a crucial fifty to secure the win comfortably.
This aggressive approach not only led to a historic run rate but also allowed individual players to achieve significant milestones. Ravindra Jadeja became the second-fastest player in Test cricket history to reach the double of 3,000 runs and 300 wickets. Meanwhile, Ravichandran Ashwin equaled the legendary Muttiah Muralitharan’s record for the most Player-of-the-Series awards in Test cricket, both players now holding 11 awards each.
India’s remarkable performance in this Test not only highlighted their batting prowess but also set the stage for further success in the ongoing series against Bangladesh.
