India finished at 278/6 on the first day of the first test played against Bangladesh. The match was played at Zahur Ahmed Stadium in Chattogram. Cheteshwar Pujara missed his century by 10 runs as he was dismissed at 90 by Taijul Islam. Shreyas Iyer remained unbeaten at 82 runs. Team India got quick blows as the opposing batting line-up got out early while Pujara and Iyer added 149 runs together to fight Bangladesh’s bowlers. Taijul Islam took three wickets, including Pujara’s important wicket.Rishabh Pant’s aggressive knock helped India reach 174 runs till tea.Pant scored 46 runs by scoring six fours and two sixes to add to his 64-run partnership with Pujara.
But Rishabh was dismissed by Mehidy Hasan.
source: Hindustan TimesMehdi Hasan took two wickets, whereas Khaleel Ahmed claimed one.India lacked the much-needed aggression and were frustrated by the bowlers.KL Rahul, the captain, gave his wicket early to Khaleel Ahmed.The pitch was ideal for spinners, and both teams came with two spinners.Bangladesh introduced the spin as early as the 6th over, and the magical spell of Taijul Islam dominated all through the match.Mehidy Hasan sent Axar Patel out of the stadium for the last ball of the day. Axar lost his wicket at 14 runs when he was given out LBW by the umpire. the First day was taken away by the Bangladesh team.What do you think, can India pull out and win this match? Comment below.
