Thu Sep 19 07:28:53 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Bangladesh on Day 1 of First Test
**Chattogram, Bangladesh (Sept 19, 2024):** India put in a dominant performance on the opening day of the first Test against Bangladesh at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram.
The visitors, led by Rohit Sharma, posted a commanding first innings score of **258/2** at stumps, with the opening pair of Rohit Sharma (147*) and Shubman Gill (100) scoring centuries. Both batsmen remained unbeaten at the close of play, showcasing a strong partnership that frustrated the Bangladesh bowlers throughout the day.
Bangladesh’s bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, with only one wicket falling in the first session. The second session saw the loss of another wicket, but the Indian team continued to build a strong foundation for a large first innings total.
Day 2 promises to be a crucial day for Bangladesh, as they will need to find a way to dismiss the Indian batsmen early and build a significant lead of their own.
**Key highlights:**
* Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill scored centuries.
* India ended Day 1 at 258/2, with both opening batsmen unbeaten.
* Bangladesh’s bowling attack struggled to contain the Indian batsmen.
**Stay tuned for more updates from the India vs Bangladesh Test series.**
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