Bangladesh completing the historic streak, they wrote another memorable chapter in their test cricket journey. Pakistanand ex pakistan pace is excellent Wasim Akram believes that the hosts deserve every success. The legendary left-arm pacer expressed his disappointment with Pakistan’s performances in the series but admitted that Bangladesh looked the better side in all departments and showed how much they have improved in red-ball cricket in recent years.
The series ended on a dominant note for Bangladesh as they took Pakistan’s remaining three wickets to complete the win on the final morning. It marked Bangladesh’s first Test series victory over Pakistan at home and added another milestone after an earlier away series victory in Rawalpindi in 2024.
Wasim Akram hails Bangladesh’s full team performance
Speaking after the series, Akram praised Bangladesh for producing disciplined cricket throughout the tournament. He admitted that Pakistan could not match the intensity and consistency shown by the hosts and credited Bangladesh for playing fearless but controlled cricket under pressure.
The former Pakistan captain pointed out that Bangladesh were sharper with both bat and ball and looked more tactically prepared in the crunch. Their bowlers kept up the pressure for long overs, while the batting unit provided crucial partnerships when the team needed stability.
“It was really disappointing to see Pakistan beaten by Bangladesh for the second time but full credit and marks to the winners for playing complete cricket” Akram said with reference to Geosupertv.
Akram reveals the main reason for Bangladesh’s dominance
Akram highlighted the major changes in Bangladesh’s approach to preparing Test surfaces. Traditionally known for producing slow and spin-friendly tracks, Bangladesh have now started to develop more balanced pitches which help their pace bowlers. According to Akram, this change helped Bangladesh develop a stronger fast-bowling culture, which played a major role in dismantling Pakistan’s batting line-up during the series.
“Bangladesh used to have low, slow and big spinners, but now they are making excellent Test pitches, helping their fast-rising pace bowlers who have outdone Pakistan.” Akram explained.
The legendary pacer added that Bangladesh now have the quality and confidence required to challenge top teams consistently in the longest format.
“Bangladesh is now ready to compete with the best in this format” added the former Pakistan pacer.
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Nahid Rena gets special praise
One of the outstanding performers of the series was the young Bangladeshi pacer Nahid Ranawhose pace and aggression troubled Pakistan’s batting throughout the contest. Akram was particularly impressed by the young man’s character and his ability to move and jump on useful surfaces. He described Rana as “a delight to watch” and backed him to become an important figure in Bangladesh’s pace attack in the coming years.
“And what a talent Nahid Rana is. Congratulations Bangladesh,” Akram further added.
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