We chat with ESPNcricinfo’s Bangladesh correspondent Mohammad Isam about Bangladesh’s historic series win in Pakistan and their chances in the upcoming two-Test series in India.
Talking Points:
- Bangladesh’s dream-like comeback wins in the two Tests in Rawalpindi
- A bowling attack with tremendous variety – world-class spin and promising pace
- The arrival of Nahid Rana – and his ferocious spells in Pakistan
- The symbolism of Bangladesh’s series win amidst the political climate in the country
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz – workhorse, counter-puncher, MVP
- Can Bangladesh’s attack adapt to India’s varied conditions?
- The challenge of a two-Test series without any warm-up games
- India’s unsettled top six
- How spin-friendly conditions could help Bangladesh narrow the gap
Participants:
Mohammad Isam (@Isam) | ESPNcricinfo
Siddhartha Vaidyanathan (@sidvee)
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Kartikeya Date (@cricketingview) | Substack| ESPNcricinfo
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Related:
- Bangladesh’s small wonders conjure a Rawalpindi miracle – Mohammad Isam – ESPNcricinfo
- Nahid Rana: a new express finds fame in Rawapindi – Mohammad Isam – ESPNcricinfo
- The quirks and challenges of covering Bangladesh cricket – 81allout podcast with Mohammad Isam on his book ‘On the Tiger’s Trail’
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