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The fourth day of the Kanpur Test truly captured the essence ☂of the format, filled with drama, excitement, and unexpected moments. After two days lost to rain and an unplayable outfield, both teams made sure that the action on day four was unforgettable. A remarkable 437 runs were scored, 18 wickets fell, and just 85 overs ꦓwere bowled, making it one of the most thrilling days of cricket in recent times.
Mominul Haque’s steadfast effort
As Bangladesh resumed their innings, Mominul Haque emerged as a key figure, crafting a determined and unbeaten century. The left-hander demonstrated remarkable composure amidst a flurry of wickets at the other end. Mominul’s solid performance was crucial in helping Bangladesh set a competitive score. Jasprit Bumrah shone for India, breaking a pivotal 54-run partnership between Mominul and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, which allowed India to swiftly close out the Banglades🔜h innings.
India’s dynamic response
India’s reply was electrifying from the start. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma displayed aggressive intent, racing to fifty in just three overs and setting a strong tone for the innings. Following this, Jaiswal and Shubman Gill formed another♒ effective💃 partnership, contributing over 50 runs together.
Virat Kohli and KL Rahul kept the momentum alive, adding 87 runs in a hurry, which pushed India ahead of Bangladesh’s total. Captain Rohit decided to declare the innings with 45 minutes remaining in the day, allowing his bowlers to take early aim at the Bangladesh batting lineup.
Ravichandran Ashwin’s late surge on Day 4
The strategic late declaration proved beneficial, with Ravichandran Ashwin quickly making his presence felt. He took two rapid wickets in the closing 45 minutes, placing Bangladesh under pressure as they headed into the final day of the Test match. Ashwin’s timely strikes set the stage for an exciting Day 5, with India eager to secure a victory.
Social media was abuzz with excitement as fans praised India’s bold strategy. Many lauded the explosive batting of Jaiswal and Rohit, while others commended Ashwin’s impactful wickets. The anticipation surrounding this Test match continues to escalate, with fans eagerly looking forward to a thrilling conclusion.
Also WATCH: Virat Kohli in splits after🧸 Akash Deep sma💯cks two sixes with his bat on Day 4 of Kanpur Test | IND vs BAN
Day 5 promises an exciting finale
With Bangladꦗesh trailing and India aiming for victory, the fifth day is set to be an exhilarating showdown. Both teams will face the challenges of a fast-paced game where every run and wicket is crucial. Fans can expect a fitting end to what has already been an entertaining Test match.
Here is how Netizens reacted:
STUMPS ON DAY 4….!!!!
Indiaꦜ will eye a famous victory at Kanpur tomorrow.
Bangladesh 2 down in the innings, big opportunity f🐲orไ India to win the series 2-0.
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)
𝘛𝘦𝘻𝘻 ➡️ 𝘉𝘰𝘩𝘰𝘵 𝘛𝘦𝘻𝘻 ➡️ 💨
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL)
I see India are playing Bazball .. 👀👀
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan)
Team Indi𝄹a has become the fastest team to score 50, 100, 150, 200 and 250 runs in the 147 year old history of test♑ cricket.
Funnily,🧸 thiܫs record was made only because Kanpur stadium has horrible drainage system. |
— Sagar (@sagarcasm)
Rohit Sharma Transformed Indian cricket
What a captain
What a leader
What 𓄧a approach to win a test match inside 2 daysFantastic
— Abdul Ghaffar 🇵🇰 (@GhaffarDawnNews)
𝗔𝗦𝗛 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗔 🫡💥
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan)
We can 🌺win tomorrow if India manage to get remaining 8 wickets before lunch with mayb 100-150 runs target & Ind will then hv 2 sessions to bat & score those runs & then winning the series by 2-0 ..
Hope no rains tom 🤞🤞
— Gagori (@gagori_uin)
One of those days in Tests which ཧI will look back to. What fun man. Lack of time made it interesting.
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer)
LHS = RHS
Ash bhai is 🔥, hence proved! |
[📸 JioCinema]— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans)
THIS IS BHARAT-BALL!
Faste🌱st team to reach 50, 100, 150, 200, 250 in Tests 🤯🤯🤯 🗹
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets)
Another feather to the King's crown 👑👏
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL)
Sira🦄j watching Rohit Sharma declaring inning after 9 wickets
— Desi Bhayo (@desi_bhayo88)
Cred♓it to Rohit Sharma & Gautam Gambhir for playing positive cricket and making this Test match so interesting. Tꦛhank you 🇮🇳❤️❤️
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan)
437 runs & 18 wickets, what a day's play, games like these make test cricket interesting 👏🏻
— Thana (@Pitstop387)
The end of the 4th day of Test cricket scorecard is here .
Bangladesh trail by 26 runs— Kavi Kant Gupta (@kavikantgupta)
Pure Dominance by Team India 🤍
Day 4 will be remembered as Histoܫric In test cricket for IND & Bangladesh 🤣
— A R A V I N D (@aravindRants)
