India vs Bangladesh Live: Ashwin, Jadeja Lead IND to 339
The first Test match between India and Bangladesh at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram saw a dominant performance from the Indian team, with R. Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja leading the charge. India declared their first innings at a formidable 339/6, setting a strong foundation for victory.
Ashwin and Jadeja Star in Indian Dominance
R. Ashwin continued his impressive form, scoring a crucial 58 runs off 82 balls, his highest Test score in Bangladesh. He combined with Ravindra Jadeja (60 off 91 balls) for a crucial 100-run partnership that steadied the Indian innings after a shaky start.
Shreyas Iyer (86 off 118 balls) also played a significant role, adding another crucial fifty to the Indian total. He looked in fine touch, displaying his aggressive strokeplay while also rotating the strike effectively.
Bangladesh Struggles in Response
Bangladesh, in reply, found themselves on the back foot early on, with Mohammad Naim and Zakir Hasan falling cheaply. The pressure mounted as Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Najmul Hossain Shanto (24), leaving Bangladesh struggling at 53/3.
The Indian bowlers were relentless, keeping a tight lid on the scoring rate and forcing the Bangladesh batsmen into mistakes. Bangladesh ended the day at 126/3, with Mominul Haque (45) and Mushfiqur Rahim (14) at the crease.
Key Takeaways from the Day
- India's bowling attack was impressive: They bowled with discipline, pressure, and accuracy, creating opportunities for wickets.
- Ravindra Jadeja's all-round performance: He showed his worth with both bat and ball, making a significant impact on the game.
- Bangladesh's batting struggled: They need to improve their batting performance if they want to compete in the match.
What's Next?
The second day of the match is set to be crucial. Bangladesh will need to bat with more resilience and intent to salvage the game. India will be looking to consolidate their lead and put pressure on Bangladesh with their bowling attack.
Stay tuned for more updates from the India vs Bangladesh Test series!
