India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Day 1: Scorecard
India Dominates Day 1, Setting Up a Strong Foundation in the First Test
The first day of the India vs Bangladesh first Test match saw India take complete control, setting a strong foundation for the rest of the match. With the Indian bowlers taking wickets at regular intervals and the batsmen putting up a solid performance, India ended the day on a high, leaving Bangladesh with a mountain to climb.
India's Dominant Bowling Performance
The Indian bowlers started the day strong, dismissing Bangladesh's opening pair early. Mohammed Siraj was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets, including the crucial wicket of Bangladesh captain Mominul Haque. Kuldeep Yadav also bowled well, taking 2 wickets, while Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel chipped in with a wicket each.
Bangladesh Struggles with the Bat
Bangladesh struggled throughout the day, failing to build any significant partnerships. Liton Das provided some resistance with a fighting fifty but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals. The Bangladesh batting looked nervous and uncertain against the disciplined Indian bowling attack, ultimately ending the day on 106/7, still a long way from India's total.
India's Strong Batting Display
India's batsmen were in full control, posting a dominant total of 404, setting up a challenging target for Bangladesh. Shreyas Iyer top-scored with a splendid century, while Cheteshwar Pujara and Virat Kohli also scored half-centuries. The Indian batsmen were confident and patient, playing the Bangladesh bowlers with ease.
Day 1 Scorecard Summary
- India: 404 all out
- Bangladesh: 106/7
Key Highlights
- Mohammed Siraj took 3 wickets for India.
- Liton Das scored a fighting fifty for Bangladesh.
- Shreyas Iyer scored a century for India.
Day 2 Preview
With India in a commanding position, Day 2 promises to be interesting. Bangladesh needs to find a way to bounce back and avoid a heavy defeat. India will be looking to consolidate their lead and aim for a quick victory.
Stay tuned for the exciting second day of the India vs Bangladesh first Test match!
