India Dominates Day One of Test Against Bangladesh in Chennai

The highly anticipated Test series between India and Bangladesh has commenced, with the first match taking place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. On September 19, 2024, the opening day concluded with India posting a solid 339 for the loss of six wickets after 80 overs, thanks to standout performances from Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

Ravichandran Ashwin led the charge for India with a remarkable unbeaten century, scoring 102 off 112 deliveries. Partnering him was Ravindra Jadeja, who crafted an impressive 86 runs off 117 balls. Together, they built a strong partnership, showcasing their experience and skill on a pitch that initially favored seam bowlers but improved for batting as the day progressed.

The day was not without its challenges for the Indian team. Hasan Mahmud of Bangladesh delivered a strong performance with the ball, taking four crucial wickets, including the dismissals of Indian captain Rohit Sharma, young talent Shubman Gill, and the seasoned Virat Kohli.

Bangladesh, led by captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, opted to field first after winning the toss. The decision initially paid off with early successes, but the resurgence from Ashwin and Jadeja has put India in a commanding position heading into the second day.

This Test series marks the beginning of Bangladesh’s tour of India, which will include another Test match at Kanpur’s Green Park and three T20 international matches. The Bangladesh team’s recent form includes a historic Test series win against Pakistan, adding intrigue to this face-off with India.

For those eager to follow the series live, in India, the matches are being streamed for free on JioCinema, with televised coverage available on the Sports18 Channel. The Indian squad under Rohit Sharma’s leadership includes a mix of seasoned players and promising newcomers, poised to maintain their strong record against Bangladesh, against whom they have won 11 of the 13 Test matches played to date.