India vs Bangladesh 1st Test Day 2 LIVE: Tigers Claw Back as Spinners Dominate
The second day of the first Test match between India and Bangladesh at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum as Bangladesh clawed their way back into the contest, thanks to their spinners' dominance and some resilient batting from the lower order.
Day 2 Recap:
Morning Session:
- India started the day on a strong footing, extending their lead to 248 runs.
- Shubman Gill continued his impressive form, reaching his second Test century.
- Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel continued their destructive spell, picking up wickets regularly.
Afternoon Session:
- Bangladesh fought back with their spinners, Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz picking up vital wickets.
- Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim provided some resistance, but the wickets continued to fall.
Evening Session:
- Bangladesh's lower order showed resilience, scoring crucial runs to frustrate the Indian bowlers.
- Taijul Islam bowled brilliantly to claim his second five-wicket haul in Tests, securing a vital wicket of Shreyas Iyer.
Key Highlights:
- Shubman Gill's Century: He reached his second Test ton with a brilliant knock of 110 runs, showcasing his class and temperament.
- Bangladesh's Spin Attack: Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz were the stars of the day, combining for 8 wickets and putting pressure on the Indian batting line-up.
- Bangladesh's Lower Order Resistance: The likes of Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain played crucial cameos, proving that the fight wasn't over.
India's Dominance Fizzles Out:
India, who looked to be cruising towards a commanding lead, were unable to capitalize on their strong start. The Bangladesh bowlers, particularly their spinners, proved too much to handle, forcing India into a defensive mode.
Bangladesh's Fight Back:
The Tigers, despite the early setbacks, never gave up. They showed incredible resilience, particularly their lower order batsmen. The spin duo of Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz played a crucial role in bringing Bangladesh back into the contest.
Day 2 Scoreboard:
India: 404/6 declared
Bangladesh: 272/9 (Taijul Islam 62*, Ebadot Hossain 29*, Ashwin 3/78, Axar Patel 3/71)
Day 3 Preview:
Day 3 promises to be a thrilling day of cricket. Bangladesh will look to build on their late fight back and try to save the match. India, on the other hand, will aim to regain control and wrap up the innings quickly. The battle between bat and ball is expected to be intense, with both sides having a chance to take control.
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