Ashwin Spins India to Dominance on Day 1 of Bangladesh 1st Test
India's veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin led the way with a five-wicket haul as the visitors dominated the first day of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram.
Ashwin's Masterclass: A Five-For and A Half-Century
The 36-year-old Ashwin was the star performer, showcasing his mastery of spin bowling on a turning pitch. He finished the day with figures of 5/32, dismantling the Bangladeshi batting lineup. He also contributed a crucial half-century (58 runs) with the bat, proving his all-round value.
Early Setbacks for Bangladesh
Bangladesh, put into bat by India, faced an early setback when they lost opener Zakir Hasan for just 2 runs. The middle order struggled to cope with Ashwin's guile, and wickets fell in regular intervals.
A Moment of Resistance
Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim showed some resistance with a partnership of 72 runs. However, Ashwin broke the stand, claiming the crucial wicket of Mominul. The Bangladesh captain fell for a well-played 47, leaving the hosts in a precarious position.
Bangladesh Stumbles to 150
Despite a valiant effort from Mushfiqur (61 runs off 126 balls), the Bangladeshi batting crumbled under pressure. They ended the day on 150/6, trailing India by a significant margin.
A Good Day for India
The first day was a perfect start for India. They dominated the proceedings, both with the ball and the bat. Ashwin's stellar performance played a key role in setting the tone for the game.
Day 2 Promises Excitement
Day 2 promises to be an exciting one. India will be looking to build on their strong first day performance and aim for a substantial lead. Bangladesh will need to fight back hard to stay in the contest. Stay tuned for the next day's action as the first Test unfolds in Chattogram.
