Thu Sep 19 13:08:32 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Day 1 of First Test Against Bangladesh, Aswin and Jadeja Lead Charge

**Chennai:** India took control of the first day’s play in the first Test against Bangladesh, ending the day at 339/6 after a thrilling battle at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The hosts were propelled by a magnificent century (102*) from Ravichandran Aswin and a crucial knock of 86* from Ravindra Jadeja.

Bangladesh, despite winning the toss and electing to field first, struggled to contain the Indian batting line-up. Hasan Mahmud, the young pacer, caused early trouble, dismissing Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant, but Aswin and Jadeja’s partnership proved too strong for the visitors.

The duo combined for a crucial 150-run stand, ensuring India built a solid foundation for a big total. Aswin brought up his sixth Test century, while Jadeja remained unbeaten.

The match resumes on Friday, with Bangladesh needing to produce a remarkable comeback to level the series.

**Key Moments:**

* **Hasan Mahmud Strikes Early:** The young Bangladeshi pacer started the day on fire, dismissing Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant.
* **Aswin and Jadeja Rise to the Challenge:** The experienced duo, Aswin and Jadeja, came together and built a formidable partnership, rescuing India from a precarious position.
* **Aswin’s Century:** Aswin reached his sixth Test century, providing India with a solid base for a big total.
* **Jadeja Remains Unbowed:** Jadeja remained unbeaten on 86 runs, solidifying India’s dominance on day one.

**India’s Playing XI:** Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj

**Bangladesh’s Playing XI:** Shadman Islam, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, Liton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Nahimad Rana

The first day’s play ended with India in a commanding position, leaving Bangladesh with a mountain to climb in the remaining days of the match.

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