IND vs BAN 1st Test: Day 1 Stumps, India 339/6 - A Day of Dominance for the Men in Blue
The first day of the first Test match between India and Bangladesh at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram witnessed a dominant performance from the Indian team. The visitors ended the day on a strong note, scoring 339/6, setting up a formidable platform for a big first-innings total.
Here’s a breakdown of the day’s action:
A Solid Start From the Indian Openers
India’s opening pair, KL Rahul and Shubman Gill, got off to a good start, putting on 50 runs for the first wicket. Both batsmen looked comfortable at the crease and were able to rotate the strike effectively. Gill was particularly impressive, hitting 11 boundaries and reaching his half-century in just 59 balls. He was eventually dismissed for 70, falling to a clever delivery from Taijul Islam.
Shreyas Iyer’s Century Steals the Show
Shreyas Iyer, who came in at number three, was the star of the day. He played an aggressive and calculated innings, hitting 14 boundaries and a six on his way to a well-deserved century. Iyer, who had scored a century in his previous Test innings against Australia, continued his impressive form with a magnificent 146. He was eventually dismissed by Taskin Ahmed, but not before putting India in a commanding position.
The Rest of the Batsmen Showed Their Mettle
Cheteshwar Pujara (27) and Virat Kohli (41) also played important innings, providing good support to Iyer. Rishabh Pant (24), who came in at number six, also contributed valuable runs before being dismissed by Taskin Ahmed.
Bangladesh’s Bowlers Strove Hard But Were Outplayed
The Bangladesh bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, particularly in the second session. Taskin Ahmed was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets, including the crucial dismissals of Gill and Iyer. However, the lack of support from other bowlers put pressure on the Bangladesh side.
A Positive Start for India
Overall, it was a very positive day for India. The batsmen showed great resilience and determination, setting up a strong foundation for the rest of the match. The bowlers also performed well, keeping the Bangladesh batsmen under pressure.
Day 2 Preview
The second day of the match is likely to be crucial. India will be looking to build on their strong first-day performance and declare their innings soon, allowing themselves enough time to bowl out Bangladesh and take a significant lead. It’s a day that promises to be full of excitement and drama as both sides battle it out for the coveted victory.
