India's cricketing dominance at home continued as they defeated Bangladesh by a massive 280 runs in the first Test of the two-match series. Played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, the match saw stellar performances from R Ashwin, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant, setting up India’s commanding win.
Match Overview:
- Match Info:
- Match: IND vs BAN, 1st Test, Bangladesh tour of India, 2024
- Date: September 19–22, 2024
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Toss: Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl.
After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, Bangladesh capitalized on the early morning conditions, reducing India to a precarious 144/6 on Day 1. However, R Ashwin (109) and Ravindra Jadeja (84) rescued India with a formidable 199-run partnership. Their efforts propelled India to a first-innings total of 376. Bangladesh struggled in their reply, managing only 149, with Jasprit Bumrah (4/35) and Ashwin leading the bowling attack.
India, choosing not to enforce the follow-on, batted again, with Shubman Gill (121) and Rishabh Pant (105) scoring centuries to set Bangladesh a monumental target of 515. Pant's century tied him with MS Dhoni for the most Test hundreds by an Indian wicketkeeper.
Bangladesh's openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam began well, but their resistance crumbled under relentless pressure from Ashwin and Jadeja. Ashwin secured his 37th five-wicket haul, and Bangladesh was all out for 234. India wrapped up the match in just over three days, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
Key Performances:
- R Ashwin: 109 runs, 6 wickets in the second innings (Player of the Match).
- Shubman Gill: 121 in the second innings.
- Rishabh Pant: 105 in the second innings, equaling MS Dhoni’s record for most Test centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper.
- Jasprit Bumrah: 4 wickets in Bangladesh's first innings.
Bangladesh’s captain Najmul Shanto (65) and Zakir Hasan (45) were the only significant contributors with the bat, but they fell short against India’s top-notch bowling.
Venue Highlights:
- Stadium: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Capacity: 50,000
- Pitch Conditions: Early assistance for fast bowlers, turning track for spinners as the match progressed.
India’s win at home reaffirms their dominant streak, continuing their 12-year unbeaten Test series run. The second Test will take place in Nagpur on September 27, where India will aim for a clean sweep of the series.
Broadcast Information:
- Live Streaming: Jio Cinema
- Television: Sports 18 Network
With Ashwin's masterclass and consistent contributions from Gill and Pant, India once again showcased their depth in both batting and bowling. The Greenpark Test (Kanpur) will be another opportunity for India to stamp their authority, while Bangladesh will aim for redemption.
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