Bangladesh's hopes of reaching their first T20 World Cup semifinal were dashed with a 50-run defeat to India in a crucial Super 8 match at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua. This consecutive loss in the phase ended Bangladesh's semifinal ambitions.

India posted a formidable 196-5, bolstered by Hardik Pandya's blistering 50* off 27 balls. In response, Bangladesh managed only 146-8, struggling against India's disciplined bowling attack.

Kuldeep Yadav starred with the ball, taking 3-19 in four overs, while Jasprit Bumrah's precise bowling fetched him 2-13. Arshdeep Singh and Pandya also chipped in with key wickets.

For Bangladesh, Najmul Hossain Shanto top-scored with 40 off 32 balls. Tanzid Hasan Tamim added 29, and Rishad Hossain's quick 24 off 10 balls provided late entertainment. However, the chase faltered early, failing to match the required run rate.

Pandya's slower delivery dismissed Liton Das (13), and Kuldeep's clever variations removed Tanzid and Towhid Hridoy (2). Shakib Al Hasan briefly resisted before falling to Kuldeep.

Bumrah's second spell ended Shanto's and Rishad's innings, and Arshdeep's late strike removed Mahmudullah, sealing Bangladesh's fate.

Batting first, India started strong with Virat Kohli (37 off 28) and Rohit Sharma (23 off 11). Shakib's breakthrough, his 50th T20 World Cup wicket, made history but didn't deter India. Tanzim Hasan Sakib's double strike created pressure, but Rishab Pant (34) and Shivam Dube (34) countered effectively, paving the way for Pandya's late onslaught.

Bangladesh faces Afghanistan next on Tuesday in St Lucia, hoping for a favorable outcome on the slow pitch.