The first day of the highly anticipated India vs Bangladesh Test match unfolded with a series of captivating moments that set the stage for an intriguing contest.
India, batting first, got off to a solid start with openers Shubman Gill and KL Rahul putting on a 41-run partnership.
However, Bangladesh’s bowlers struck back with the wickets of Rahul and Cheteshwar Pujara in quick succession. Gill, who looked in fine touch, anchored the innings with a well-crafted 20 before falling to Taijul Islam.
Virat Kohli, India’s batting mainstay, joined Gill at the crease and the duo steadied the ship. Kohli played with his customary aggression, hitting boundaries at will, while Gill played the role of the accumulator. Their partnership of 74 runs gave India a much-needed boost.
However, just when India seemed to be gaining momentum, Bangladesh’s spinners once again made inroads. Mehidy Hasan Miraz dismissed Kohli for 22, and Shakib Al Hasan accounted for Gill for 43. India’s middle order then faltered, with Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant falling cheaply.
At the close of play, India were 278/6, with Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel at the crease. Jadeja, who has been in excellent form with the bat, will be crucial for India’s hopes of posting a substantial total.
Bangladesh’s bowlers were impressive throughout the day, with Taijul Islam and Shakib Al Hasan sharing four wickets between them. The spinners exploited the conditions well, extracting turn and bounce from the pitch.
Overall, the first day of the Test match was evenly poised, with both teams having their moments. India will be looking to build on their solid start and post a big total, while Bangladesh will be aiming to continue their good work with the ball and restrict India’s scoring. The match is set to provide plenty of excitement and drama in the days to come.