Wasim Jaffer handpicks 2 Indian players crediting them for the T20 series win vs Bangladesh

Published - 10 Oct 2024, 02:52 PM | Updated - 10 Oct 2024, 11:38 PM

Wasim Jaffer
Wasim Jaffer. Image Credit: BCCI-IPL

Former Indian batter Wasim Jaffer has expressed his excitement about the incredible performances of Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh during Team India’s 86-run win over Bangladesh in the second T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday, October 9.

He was thrilled to see how the young guns converted their potential into a match-winning performance in the second T20I against Bangladesh.

After a shaky start, where India lost three wickets during the powerplay, Rinku and Reddy launched a breathtaking counterattack that left the Bangladeshi bowlers reeling and turned the tide of the game in favor of India.

Wasim Jaffer hails Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh's match-winning heroics in the 2nd T20I

Wasim Jaffer also highlighted the phenomenal partnership between Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh, saying their partnership not only revitalized India’s innings but also showcased their immense potential as future stars of Indian cricket, giving fans plenty to cheer about.

Wasim Jaffer also noted that Bangladesh struggled to recover from the remarkable onslaught by the young Indian all-rounder and the explosive middle-order batter, and ultimately the Men in Blue sealed the ongoing three-match T20I series by winning the second game by 86 runs in Delhi.

Wasim Jaffer posted on his social media platform X handle: “Always good to see young potential being converted into performance. Terrific counterattack partnership between Nitish and Rinku after India lost 3 wkts in the PP. Bangladesh were never in the game after that. Congratulations India on sealing the series 👏🏻 #INDvBAN.”

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh's heroics propel India to T20I series win over Bangladesh

Speaking about India vs Bangladesh's second T20I in Delhi, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh delivered the full paisa-wasool performance and helped the hosts clinch the series with the third and final T20I scheduled to take place in Hyderabad on October 12.

In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley International Cricket Stadium in Delhi, the Indian cricket team faced early setbacks against Bangladesh, losing their top three batters during the powerplay. However, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh stepped up to show the world their talent in the tough situation.

The duo forged a sensational 108-run partnership for the fourth wicket while demonstrating remarkable composure and aggression and took India into a commanding position in the second T20I against the Tigers in Delhi.

Reddy and Rinku smash stunning fifties against Bangladesh

Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rinku Singh’s fearless approach dismantled the Bangladeshi bowling attack, with both players showcasing their immense talent by hitting stunning fifties before losing their wickets to Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed respectively.

While Reddy played a wonderful knock of 74 runs off 34 balls studded with four boundaries and seven sixes, Rinku also played a stunning innings of 53 runs off 29 balls laced with five fours and three maximums to help India set a daunting target of 221 runs for Bangladesh.

Chasing the target, Bangladesh stumbled early, losing four wickets for a mere 46 runs within the first seven overs. Mahmudullah attempted to stabilize the innings with a spirited 41 runs off 39 balls, but the Indian bowlers maintained relentless pressure and brought up a resounding win for the hosts.

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