India continued their flawless march through the Asia Cup 2026 with a stunning 10-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Match 8 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. In one of the most one-sided contests of the tournament, India’s bowlers ripped through the Bangladesh batting lineup before Abhishek Sharma produced another explosive innings to complete the chase with more than six overs to spare.
The victory marked India’s third consecutive win and further cemented their status as the team to beat in the competition.
After winning the toss, India opted to field first and immediately justified the decision with a relentless bowling display. Bangladesh entered the match with confidence after their thrilling victory over Pakistan, but they found no answers against India’s disciplined attack.
Tanzid Hasan provided an aggressive start, smashing 15 runs from nine deliveries, including two towering sixes. However, Hardik Pandya delivered the breakthrough by removing the left-hander, triggering a dramatic collapse.
Parvez Hossain Emon attempted to steady the innings with 9 runs from 10 balls before Ravichandran Ashwin struck for the first time. Ashwin then completely took control of the match.
Ashwin dismissed Saif Hassan for a duck before removing Towhid Hridoy two deliveries later, reducing Bangladesh from a reasonable position to deep trouble. His brilliant spell left Bangladesh struggling at 31/4 and completely shifted momentum toward India.
Litton Das briefly fought back with a rapid 12 from five deliveries, striking two sixes, while Afif Hossain added a quickfire 10 from three balls. But every time Bangladesh looked to counterattack, India found a breakthrough.
Varun Chakravarthy removed both Litton Das and Afif Hossain, while Shivam Dube delivered a devastating finishing spell. The all-rounder tore through the lower order, dismissing Shakib Al Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Mustafizur Rahman in quick succession.
Bangladesh were eventually bowled out for just 54 in 5.5 overs, their lowest total of the tournament.
India’s bowling performance was a complete team effort. Ashwin finished with outstanding figures of 3/4, Varun Chakravarthy claimed 2 wickets, and Shivam Dube produced a remarkable spell of 4 wickets in just five deliveries to wrap up the innings.
Chasing only 55 for victory, India showed no interest in prolonging the contest.
Abhishek Sharma continued his sensational tournament form and launched another brutal assault on the opposition bowlers. The left-handed opener struck seven boundaries and two sixes during an unbeaten 42 from just 15 deliveries, scoring at a strike rate of 280.
Sanju Samson provided calm support at the other end with an unbeaten 10 from eight balls as the pair made light work of the chase.
Bangladesh’s bowlers struggled to create any pressure. Nasum Ahmed and Shoriful Islam were unable to find an early breakthrough, allowing India’s openers to dominate from the outset.
Abhishek completed the chase in style as India reached 55 without loss in just 3.5 overs, sealing one of the biggest victories of Asia Cup 2026.
Match Highlights
- India defeated Bangladesh by 10 wickets.
- Bangladesh were bowled out for 54 in 5.5 overs.
- Ravichandran Ashwin starred with figures of 3/4.
- Shivam Dube claimed 4 wickets to finish the innings.
- Varun Chakravarthy picked up 2 wickets.
- Tanzid Hasan top-scored for Bangladesh with 15 runs.
- Abhishek Sharma remained unbeaten on 42 from 15 balls.
- Sanju Samson finished unbeaten on 10 from 8 deliveries.
- India chased down the target in only 3.5 overs.
- India secured their third consecutive victory in the tournament.
Player of the Match
Abhishek Sharma (India)
Abhishek Sharma once again led India’s batting charge with a fearless unbeaten 42 from only 15 balls. His explosive innings ensured the chase was completed in rapid fashion and earned him his second Player of the Match award of the tournament.
India’s dominant victory strengthens their grip on the top of the table and highlights the incredible balance within their squad. With the batting firing and the bowling attack dismantling opponents at will, India look increasingly difficult to stop. For Bangladesh, the heavy defeat serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by the tournament favorites and leaves them needing a strong response in their upcoming matches.