Hardik Pandya Fuels India's Dominant T20 Win Over Bangladesh

Vice-captain Hardik Pandya's quick-fire 50 off 27 balls helped India amass a formidable 196/5 against Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup Super 8s. Key contributions from Shivam Dube, Rishabh Pant, and Virat Kohli bolstered India's total, making it the highest T20I score at the venue.

Vice-captain Hardik Pandya once again showcased his prowess as the X-factor, smashing a brisk 50 off 27 balls. His performance propelled India to a commanding 196 for 5 against Bangladesh in a Super 8s clash of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, marking the highest T20I score on this ground.

Pandya's innings featured four boundaries and three sixes, and he formed a crucial 53-run partnership for the fifth wicket with Shivam Dube, who added 34 off 24 balls. Significant contributions also came from Rishabh Pant, scoring 36 off 24 balls, and Virat Kohli, who made 37 off 28 balls. Seamer Tanzim Hasan Sakib was the standout bowler for Bangladesh with figures of 2/32.

Brief Scores: India 196/5 in 20 overs (Hardik Pandya 50 not out, Shivam Dube 34, Rishabh Pant 36, Virat Kohli 37; T H Sakib 2/32) vs Bangladesh.