India registered a commanding win against Bangladesh in the first Test match of the two-match series at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium. After setting a huge target, India bowled out Bangladesh and sealed the victory by 280 runs. Here are the five key players who played a pivotal role in this dominating performance.
1. Rishabh Pant: Aggressive and Impactful
Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant delivered a powerful performance in the second innings, scoring a brilliant 109 off 124 balls. His aggressive style saw him smashing 13 boundaries and 4 sixes, putting Bangladesh under pressure. Pant also contributed 39 runs in the first innings, making him one of the main heroes of India’s win.
2. Shubman Gill: Redemption with a Century
Shubman Gill bounced back after a duck in the first innings by scoring a century in the second innings. His composed knock of 100 in 161 balls, with 10 fours and 4 sixes, played a crucial role in building India’s lead. His ability to learn from mistakes made him a standout performer in the match.
3. Ravichandran Ashwin: Chennai’s Local Star
Chennai’s own Ravichandran Ashwin showcased his all-round capabilities once again. He played a crucial knock in India’s first innings, scoring 113 runs with 11 boundaries and 2 sixes. Ashwin’s contribution didn’t stop there—he also bagged 6 wickets in the second innings, dismantling Bangladesh’s batting lineup.
4. Ravindra Jadeja: A True All-Rounder
Ravindra Jadeja’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball shone in this Test. With India in trouble at 144 for 6, Jadeja stepped up, scoring a vital 86 runs in the first innings. On the bowling front, he claimed 2 wickets in the first innings and followed it up with 3 more in the second, making his presence felt throughout the game.
5. Jasprit Bumrah: Pace and Precision
Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery pace was too much for Bangladesh to handle. He took 4 wickets in the first innings, breaking the backbone of their batting order. Bumrah’s lethal spell in the second innings also saw him grabbing another wicket, making it 5 wickets for the match.
India’s performance in this Test match has set a strong tone for the series, with key contributions from both batters and bowlers. The blend of aggressive batting and sharp bowling made it difficult for Bangladesh to find any momentum.
