India continued its unbeaten record against Bangladesh at home and secured its 18th consecutive Test series win on Tuesday. Despite losing over two and a half days to rain, India pulled off a stunning 7-wicket win in the second match in Kanpur and sealed the 2-0 series victory. Under captain Rohit Sharma's leadership, India has now won 12 out of 18 matches in the World Test Championship, boasting the highest win percentage of 66.66 among players who have captained a minimum of Test matches in the WTC history.
India's Dominance in Test Cricket at Home: 18th Consecutive Series Win Under Rohit Sharma
India has further cemented its dominance in Test cricket at home, adding another series win to its impressive record. Under the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma, India secured a stunning 7-wicket victory in the second Test match against Bangladesh on Tuesday, sealing a 2-0 series sweep and extending its unbeaten streak at home to 18 consecutive series.
Background
India's dominance at home is not new. Over the years, the team has built a reputation for performing exceptionally well on home soil. This is largely due to the familiarity with the conditions, as well as the support of the home crowd.
The current Test series against Bangladesh marks India's 14th consecutive series win at home, dating back to 2012. During this period, India has faced various opponents, including Australia, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and South Africa.
Role of Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma has been instrumental in India's continued success in Test cricket. Since taking over as captain in 2022, he has led the team to 12 wins out of 18 matches in the World Test Championship, boasting the highest win percentage of 66.66 among players who have captained a minimum of Test matches in the WTC history.
Sharma's aggressive approach and tactical brilliance have played a key role in India's victories. His ability to motivate and inspire his teammates has also been a significant factor in the team's success.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. What is India's overall record in Test cricket at home? India has an impressive record of 192 wins, 104 losses, and 149 draws in Test matches played at home.
2. Who are some of India's most successful captains in Test cricket at home? Virat Kohli (33 wins), Sachin Tendulkar (32 wins), MS Dhoni (21 wins), Sourav Ganguly (21 wins), and Rohit Sharma (12 wins) are among the most successful Test captains for India at home.
3. What are the reasons for India's dominance at home? India's familiarity with the conditions, the support of the home crowd, and the team's consistent performances are all contributing factors to their dominance at home.
4. Can India continue its unbeaten record against Bangladesh at home? India has a 100% win record against Bangladesh in Test matches played at home, winning all four matches played so far.
5. What are the upcoming challenges for India in Test cricket? India is scheduled to play a five-match Test series against England in 2023, followed by a four-match series against Australia in 2024. These matches will provide significant challenges for the team, as both England and Australia are strong Test sides.
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