India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Day 1: IND 339/6 Ashwin Shines
The first day of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test witnessed a dominant display from the hosts, with India ending the day on 339/6, thanks to a brilliant century from Cheteshwar Pujara and a crucial knock from Ravichandran Ashwin.
Pujara once again proved his mettle as a Test batsman, scoring 102 runs off 207 balls with 15 boundaries. His innings was the cornerstone of India's strong start, laying the foundation for a big total.
Ashwin, batting at number 7, played a crucial hand with a quickfire 58 off 68 balls, including 6 boundaries and a six. He anchored the lower order and helped India gain a valuable lead.
Here's a detailed breakdown of the day's play:
India's Solid Start
After winning the toss and electing to bat, India got off to a strong start with KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma putting on a 50-run partnership. However, Bangladesh struck back early, taking out both openers in quick succession. Rohit Sharma was dismissed for 23 by Ebadot Hossain, while KL Rahul fell for 22 to Taijul Islam.
Virat Kohli joined Pujara at the crease and the duo steadied the ship. They put on a 78-run partnership before Kohli was dismissed for 24 by Ebadot Hossain.
Pujara's Century
Pujara continued his impressive form, reaching his 5th Test century in the process. His innings was a masterclass in patience and concentration, showcasing his ability to grind down the bowlers.
Ashwin's Quickfire Knock
Ashwin, who came in to bat after Pujara's dismissal, played a crucial role in accelerating the scoring rate. He played with aggression and confidence, striking boundaries at will and helping India finish the day on a strong note.
Bangladesh's Bowling Performance
Bangladesh's bowlers, despite a few early breakthroughs, couldn't maintain the pressure throughout the day. Ebadot Hossain was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets, while Taijul Islam and Khaled Ahmed each took one wicket.
Day 1 Summary
Day 1 of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test belonged to the hosts. India's dominant batting display, led by Pujara's century and Ashwin's quickfire knock, put them in a strong position going into the second day. Bangladesh will need to come up with a better bowling plan and capitalize on their chances to keep themselves in the game.
Stay tuned for Day 2 of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test, where we can expect a thrilling battle between bat and ball.
