Ravichandran Ashwin’s unbeaten century helped India recover from a shaky start against Bangladesh in the first Test in Chennai.
"Key Highlights:
1. Bangladesh's bowlers put India on the back foot early, dismissing top batsmen.
2. Yashasvi Jaiswal (56) and Rishabh Pant (39) provided crucial runs before Ashwin’s century.
3. Ashwin (102*) and Jadeja (86*) lifted India to 339/6 at the end of Day 1."
"The Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, faced off against Bangladesh, captained by Nazmul Hossain Shanto, in the first Test at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.
After winning the toss, Shanto chose to bowl first, a decision that quickly paid off. Bangladesh's bowlers—Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz—delivered impressive performances that left India's star batters struggling. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill were all caught off guard by the Bangladeshi attack, which had previously dominated Pakistan in two Tests in Rawalpindi.
Aside from Yashasvi Jaiswal (56 runs off 118 balls) and Rishabh Pant (39 off 52), the Indian top order faltered against the Bangladeshi bowlers. Skipper Rohit Sharma (6), Shubman Gill (0), Virat Kohli (6), and KL Rahul (16) all returned to the pavilion feeling disappointed. However, Jaiswal and Pant showed resilience by scoring crucial runs.
At one point, India was struggling at 144 for six wickets. Then, all-rounders Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja stepped up to stabilize the innings.
At the end of Day 1, India finished at 339 for 6 in 80 overs, with Ashwin batting on 102 and Jadeja close behind at 86 runs. Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud took four wickets, while Nahid Rana and Mehidy Hasan Miraz each claimed one.
This first day showcased both the struggles and the strengths of the teams, setting the stage for an exciting Test match ahead."
