Bangladesh Tour: Ashwin Scores Century on Day 1, India Dominates
India's tour of Bangladesh got off to a strong start as veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin smashed a century on Day 1 of the first Test match in Dhaka. His brilliant knock, along with a disciplined bowling performance, put India in a commanding position at the end of the first day.
Ashwin's Century Highlights Day 1
The first day of the Test witnessed a historic feat as Ashwin, known for his prowess with the ball, became the first Indian bowler to score a century in Test cricket since Harbhajan Singh in 2001. He reached the milestone with a powerful six off Taijul Islam, ultimately ending the day unbeaten on 124.
India's Dominant Performance
The Indian team, after being put into bat by Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan, took control of the match from the very first session. Opener KL Rahul scored a fluent 89 before being dismissed by Taijul. The first innings was bolstered by contributions from Cheteshwar Pujara (43) and Virat Kohli (59) who consolidated India's position.
Bangladesh's Bowling Struggle
The Bangladesh bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, especially Ashwin, who dominated the Bangladesh attack with his aggressive batting. The Bangladeshi bowlers lacked consistency and failed to create enough pressure on the Indian batsmen.
A Strong Finish for India
India finished the day with a formidable score of 327/3, with Ashwin anchoring the innings. Bangladesh will need to perform significantly better on Day 2 to salvage the game and challenge the Indian dominance.
Key Takeaways:
- Ashwin's century was a significant milestone and a testament to his adaptability and skill.
- India's strong start is a positive sign for the rest of the tour.
- Bangladesh's struggles with the ball will be a cause for concern for them going forward.
- The match is likely to continue in India's favor unless Bangladesh can make a remarkable comeback.
The second day promises to be an exciting one as Bangladesh will look to make a comeback in the match. India, however, will be confident of extending their lead and securing a comfortable win.
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