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Bangladesh completes historic 2-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan

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Pakistan News 6 days ago
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Bangladesh has completed a historic 2-0 Test series whitewash against Pakistan on its home ground.

In the second Test in Sylhet, Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 78 runs to clinch the series. The result is being described as a major upset and a shocking defeat that has sparked reactions from fans and pundits. This marks a consecutive whitewash Test series win for Bangladesh over Pakistan.

The Pakistani batting was under pressure and failed again during the series, with weaknesses exposed. Specifically, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan failed to perform. Bangladesh’s spinners dominated, with Rizwan noted as being under pressure. The Sylhet Test featured dramatic scenes, including a heated exchange of words between Rizwan and Litton Das.

Criticism was directed at Shaan Masood’s captaincy, which was described as exposed. Pundit Chaudhry Ghulam Hussain slammed the Pakistan team for its performance. Fans have expressed disappointment over the defeat, which has raised questions of a potential crisis in Pakistan cricket.

Following the victory, Bangladesh has jumped to an all-time high Test ranking.

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Updated: 8:04 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

In the final innings, Pakistan was dismissed for 358, with Mohammad Rizwan top-scoring with 94 runs. A Bangladeshi spinner was instrumental in the victory, claiming six wickets. The loss has intensified scrutiny on the team’s performance across all three departments of batting, bowling, and fielding.

Updated: 7:16 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

The loss is Pakistan’s second consecutive series whitewash under the captaincy of Shan Masood. Chasing a target of 437, the team was all out for 318 despite a partnership between Mohammad Rizwan and Sajid Khan.

Updated: 6:44 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

The series loss, which marks the first time Bangladesh has ever completed a clean sweep against Pakistan, has caused the national team’s Test ranking to drop from sixth to eighth place. Captain Shan Masood also issued a public apology to the nation for the poor performance, adding that the players are deeply disappointed with the outcome.

Updated: 6:02 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

In the second Test, Pakistan was chasing a target of 437 runs before being bowled out. Following the series loss, captain Shan Masood announced he will discuss the future of his captaincy with the cricket board.

Updated: 4:48 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

In the deciding Test, Pakistan was bowled out for 358 while chasing a target of 467 runs. This is the first time Bangladesh has ever secured a Test series whitewash against Pakistan. The defeat has caused Pakistan to drop to eighth place in the World Test Championship standings.

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