India Tightens Grip on Bangladesh in Chennai Test
India has established a stronghold over Bangladesh in the first Test match of the series in Chennai. On the second day, the Indian team showcased an excellent performance, despite a significant error by Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant that could have cost them dearly.
Early Dismissals and Strong Bowling
India's first innings concluded at 376 runs, with Ravichandran Ashwin scoring a remarkable century and a valuable 199-run partnership with Ravindra Jadeja. However, the team lost their last four wickets for just 27 runs. Bangladesh, starting their first innings, lost three wickets for 26 runs by lunch, with Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj wreaking havoc.
The Critical Error
In the fourth over of Bangladesh's innings, Mohammad Siraj's sharp delivery struck opener Zakir Hasan. Siraj and the Indian fielders made a strong appeal, but the on-field umpire dismissed it. Siraj signaled for a DRS review, but wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant advised Rohit Sharma against it, believing the ball was missing the stumps. Replays later revealed Zakir was indeed out, leading to Rohit apologizing to Siraj and Pant acknowledging his misjudgment.
Ashwin and Jadeja's Partnership
Earlier, India's innings was bolstered by Ashwin's century and Jadeja's solid 86 runs. Their partnership was pivotal in reaching a competitive total. Despite starting the day at 339/6, India could only add 37 runs, losing wickets rapidly, including Ashwin and Jadeja to Taskin Ahmed's fiery bowling.
Jasprit Bumrah's Impact
Jasprit Bumrah provided India with a dream start by clean bowling Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam in the very first over. This set the tone for India's aggressive bowling display. Mohammed Siraj, despite the earlier DRS error, continued to bowl with intensity.
Akashdeep's Heroics
Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant's DRS blunder was mitigated by Akashdeep's brilliant bowling. In his first over, he bowled Zakir Hasan and then dismissed Mominul Haque on the very next ball, ensuring India's dominance. By lunch, Bangladesh was struggling at 26/3, thanks to Akashdeep's double strike.
Conclusion
India's strong performance on the second day of the Chennai Test has placed them in a commanding position against Bangladesh. Despite the DRS error involving Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant, the team's overall display of skill, particularly by the bowlers, has kept them ahead in the game.