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When it comes to Test cricket, the India-Bangladesh rivalry has been, well, a bit lopsided. When it comes to Test cricket, the rivalry between India and Bangladesh has been one-sided. Despite their spirited efforts, Bangladesh has never managed to secure a victory against India in the longest format of the game.So, has Bangladesh ever beaten India in Test cricket? The answer is no.
India vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Story
Since their first Test clash back in 2000, India and Bangladesh have squared off 14 times. And the numbers? India has dominated with 12 wins, while the remaining two matches ended in draws. It’s safe to say that India has had the upper hand in this rivalry, making it a pretty tough battlefield for Bangladesh.
- Total Matches Played: 14
- India Wins: 12
- Draws: 2
- Bangladesh Wins: 0
Memorable Matches
Despite the one-sided record, there have been some memorable moments. One that stands out is from 2022, when India chased down a tricky target of 145 despite being 74/7! Then there was the 2019-20 series, where India comfortably won both games. This included the iconic day-night Test in Kolkata, a historic first for both teams under the pink ball.
Bangladesh’s Test Cricket Journey
Bangladesh has undeniably grown as a cricketing nation, showing grit and improvement across formats. But in Test cricket, especially against a powerhouse like India, they’ve found the going tough.Even though Bangladesh recently won a historic test series against Pakistan, India is on an another level. India’s batting depth and lethal bowling have often proven too much for them to handle. It’s been a tough road, but one that has seen Bangladesh grow with every match.
What’s Next? The Hope for History
As Bangladesh continues to improve its cricket infrastructure and unearth young talents, there’s hope on the horizon. Has Bangladesh ever beaten India in Test cricket? Not yet, but the future holds the promise of new challenges and potential breakthroughs for the Bangla Tigers.
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