Thu Sep 19 18:07:42 UTC 2024: ## Bangladesh Hopes to Bounce Back After India’s Late Surge
**Dhaka, [Date]** – Bangladesh’s hopes of bowling out India for a score below 400 rest on their ability to regain control on Day 2 of the first Test, said Bangladesh all-rounder Hasan Mahmud. Despite a strong start where Bangladesh had India reeling at 144/6, a late 195-run partnership between Ravi Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja saw India finish the day at 339/6.
Mahmud, who himself took four crucial wickets including Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and Rishabh Pant, acknowledged Bangladesh’s loss of momentum in the final session. “We could have been a bit more disciplined in our bowling. We are trying to hit the right channels and put pressure on the opposition,” he stated.
Despite the late surge by India, Mahmud remains optimistic about their chances. “The wicket is now much easier to bat on, but if we bowl well, we can get them all out before 400,” he added. “If we can get early breakthroughs, we can make a comeback. The pitch is flat, but it’s possible to keep the batters in check.”
Bangladesh’s bowlers will be looking to rectify their errors on Day 2, especially after Taskin Ahmed and Shakib Al Hasan had a difficult day. The focus will be on regaining control and putting pressure on the Indian batsmen to force a collapse.
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