Taijul's bowling edges Bangladesh close to Test series win over Pakistan
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Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 78 runs on May 20, 2026, securing a 2-0 victory in the Test cricket series. This marks a rare and important series win for Bangladesh against a traditionally stronger cricket team, boosting Bangladesh's standing in regional cricket and enhancing team confidence. Spinner Taijul Islam played a key role in the series, especially in the lead-up to the final match.
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- •Bangladesh won the second Test match against Pakistan by 78 runs on May 20, 2026.
- •The series result was 2-0 in favor of Bangladesh.
- •Spinner Taijul Islam's bowling was instrumental in putting Bangladesh close to the series win before the final match.
- •This victory is one of the few occasions Bangladesh has won a Test series against Pakistan.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Bangladesh maintains strong performances in future matches they could improve their international cricket ranking and attract more attention to their cricket program.
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