Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's dismissal of Mushfiqur gives India upper hand in Kanpur

Jasprit Bumrah's crucial 3/17 spell, including Mushfiqur's dismissal, gave India the upper hand on Day 5, leaving them with just 95 runs to chase for a series win against Bangladesh.

In Short

• Bumrah's 3/17 spell dismantled Bangladesh's hopes before lunch break
• Mushfiqur Rahim was dismissed by Bumrah's slow-cutter in final over
• India bowled out Bangladesh for 146, setting up a 95-run target

India's pace ace Jasprit Bumrah rose to the occasion once again, delivering a fiery bowling performance on Day 5 of the second Test against Bangladesh on October 1. Bumrah's impactful 3/17 spell, which included the crucial dismissal of Mushfiqur Rahim, came on the final ball before lunch, giving India a significant advantage. Mushfiqur's wicket was pivotal in India's quest to force a result, as Bangladesh had adopted a defensive approach throughout the day.

India's bowlers, led by Bumrah, showcased a dominant performance on the final day, leaving Bangladesh struggling to hold their ground at the crease. Ravichandran Ashwin, Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja each picked up three wickets, with Akash Deep contributing one, as Bangladesh were bundled out for just 146 runs. This low total left India with a modest target of 95 runs to seal the series victory.

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As Mushfiqur and Khaled Ahmed formed a last-ditch stand for Bangladesh, India’s captain Rohit Sharma turned to Bumrah for the final over before lunch, hoping to secure the last wicket and gain control of the game. As he has done many times before, Bumrah answered the call, dismissing the set batter Mushfiqur with a perfectly executed slow-cutter. This wicket not only gave India momentum but also ensured that they would be able to close out the match quickly after lunch.

With India’s batters in strong form, chasing down the small target seems like a straightforward task, barring any miraculous performance from Bangladesh's bowlers. Bumrah’s brilliance with the ball has once again put India on the brink of a series-clinching win, highlighting his crucial role in the team's success.