India vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Ashwin's Ton Steals the Show on Day 1
The first day of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test in Chattogram saw a display of masterful batting from veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin who anchored India's innings to a commanding position. Here's a recap of Day 1's action:
Ashwin's Century: A Pivotal Performance
India, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, found themselves struggling at 45/3. Cheteshwar Pujara was the first to fall, followed by KL Rahul and Shubman Gill. However, Ashwin stepped up to the plate and played a crucial role in stabilizing the Indian innings.
He formed a crucial 71-run partnership with Virat Kohli, who scored a crucial 54. Ashwin continued his dominance, reaching his century off 124 balls, becoming the 15th Indian to achieve this feat. His century included 12 boundaries and a six, a testament to his all-round skills.
India's Solid Stand
While Ashwin's century was the highlight of the day, India's batting performance was truly a team effort. Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant joined Ashwin in making valuable contributions. The team's resilience, with the top order failing to deliver, was truly commendable.
Bangladesh's Bowling:
While the Bangladesh bowlers struggled to contain Ashwin, they put up a valiant fight. Taskin Ahmed picked up two crucial wickets and showed impressive pace throughout the day. Taijul Islam, Bangladesh's primary spinner, was unable to exert control on the Indian batsmen.
Day 1 in a Nutshell:
- India ended the day at 278/6, with Ashwin unbeaten on 124.
- Ashwin's century was a crucial factor in setting up a strong platform for India.
- Bangladesh's bowling lacked consistency and struggled to contain the Indian batsmen.
- The first day belonged to Ashwin, who proved that his form is far from fading.
Looking Ahead:
With India well poised at the end of Day 1, Bangladesh will need to come up with a strong plan to restrict India's scoring in the second innings. The battle between the spinners and the Indian batsmen will be a crucial factor to watch.
This first Test promises to be a thrilling contest with plenty of drama and excitement. Stay tuned for the updates as the match progresses.
