Sat Sep 21 04:50:46 UTC 2024: ## India Dominates Bangladesh in First Test, Leads by 308 Runs
**Chennai, India:** India seized control of the first Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai on Friday, securing a commanding lead of 308 runs with seven wickets in hand. The hosts, who resumed their first innings at 34-3, posted a remarkable 376 runs thanks to a crucial 199-run partnership between Ravichandran Ashwin (113) and Ravindra Jadeja (86).
The Indian bowlers then dismantled the Bangladesh batting lineup, bowling them out for a paltry 149. Jasprit Bumrah, in particular, shone with a four-wicket haul, taking crucial wickets early and leaving the visitors reeling at 40-5.
India’s second innings started with a wobbly start, losing both openers within seven overs, but Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 33 at stumps ensured a comfortable lead. Jadeja expressed confidence that India could add another 120-150 runs to their lead before attacking the Bangladesh batting order on Saturday.
This dominance comes on a red-soil pitch at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium that offers both bounce and spin, making it a challenging wicket for the batsmen.
With the first Test match firmly under their control, India will be looking to close out the match in style and take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
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