Bangladesh's chances took a huge dip after their 2-0 series loss to India, who in turn need at least four more wins and two draws from eight Tests to secure their place in the top two | ESPN.com

India strengthened their position atop the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 table after defeating Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the second Test, winning the series 2-0. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s fifties helped India chase down 95 runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin drew first blood, Ravindra Jadeja ripped the heart out while Jasprit Bumrah put the final nail in Bangladesh`s coffin as India routed the visitors by seven wickets in the IND vs BAN 2nd Test to complete a record-extending 18th series win at home on Tuesday.

"Every game in the World Cup is important, and you have to give your 100 per cent in each one. New Zealand and Sri Lanka are strong teams, but with Australia, you know you can't afford to make mistakes," said Mandhana as India gear up to take on New Zealand in a Group A match here on Friday.

The Women's T20 World Cup gets underway on Thursday. The International Cricket Council is hopeful of another stellar outing for the globe’s top female cricketers following the success of the 2023 edition in South Africa.

The 2024 Women's T20 World Cup, starting October 3 in the UAE, will be the first ICC event to feature the Smart Replay system. The technology was previously used in the Hundred and IPL 2024. "The coverage will feature a minimum of 28 cameras at every game,