Monday, July 20, 2009

Bangladesh complete West Indies whitewash

A stunning performance from the stand-in captain Shakib Al Hasan and brilliant innings from Rokibul Hasan led Bangladesh cricket to a historical moment by clinching the away test series 2-0 against West Indies.

Sakib's unbeaten 96 of 97 balls and rokib's 65 of 99 balls gave no chance to West Indies to fight against Bangladesh.

Sakib's five wicket haul in the second innings restricted West Indies only for 214 at the 1st session of fourth day.

"This is the best day for Bangladesh cricket. The guys have been supporting me very well so I don't feel any pressure. Raqibul played a gem of an innings. I thought attack was the best form of defense.", Sakib's reaction after the win.

Having more than 150 overs in hand to chase a silly target of 215 in the 4th innings, bangladesh top order frustrated once again leaving Bangladesh 67-4.

But 100 run partnership from middle order batsman rokib and captain sakib lead Bangladesh win the 2nd test by 4 wickets on the 4th day.

Winning the test match, Bangladesh sealed their first test series win in overseas.

Beating west indies in the first test Bangladesh won their first away match in the history of Bangladesh cricket.

Sakib judged for both Man of the Match and Man of the Series.