India thrashed Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test, in Chennai, with R Ashwin shining with match figures of 6 for 117&nbsp;and a brilliant 113. Along with him, there were many performers for India, with Ravindra Jadeja slamming an impressive 86, and adding 199 runs for the seventh wicket with Ashwin in the first innings, whereas Shubman Gill (119) and Rishabh Pant (109) also scored a century each in the second essay after Rohit Sharma-led hosts' 227-run lead. Chasing 515, Najmul Shanto-led Bangla Tigers folded for 234 to lose by a big margin.&nbsp;

Among the top performers, Pant stood out as he was on a Test return. Since his comeback to the national side, after battling injuries in a horrific car crash in December 2022, the left-hander has been part of India's white-ball squad, but many awaited his Test return, given his red-ball success. On seeing him slam his sixth Test ton on comeback, former Pakistan speedster Wasim Akram hailed the 26-year-old and called him a 'miracle kid'.

Speaking at a media interaction, as quoted by Hindustan Times, Akram said that people in Pakistan were concerned for the wicketkeeper after he got involved in a horrific accident in 2022. The legendary pacer, however, stated that he is in&nbsp;awe of how Pant bounced back and has performed since his return to competitive cricket (which happened in IPL 2024).&nbsp;

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<h2>'He is superhuman by returning from his tragedy'</h2>

Akram said, "Look at Pant’s performance, the miracle that he has performed by showing he is superhuman by returning from his tragedy. The way his accident happened, we were all worried in Pakistan, I was worried and tweeted about him. He came back and averaged 40 in the IPL, 446 runs at a strike rate of 155, he’s a miracle kid."

Hailing&nbsp;Pant, Akram further pointed out the way he plays Test cricket&nbsp;and how he has managed to dominate bowlers such as James Anderson and Pat Cummins in his short career.

"Especially what he has been through in that horrific accident, coming back from that, how mentally strong must that boy be? The way he used to play in Test cricket, the way he performed in Australia with the century then (in 2018/19). The way he batted against England, playing a reverse-sweep against Anderson in Test cricket, even Cummins. He’s special," the former Pakistan captain added.

Since his return, Pant ended IPL 2024 with 446 runs at a strike rate of 155.40. He was part of Rohit-led India's victorious squad in the 2024 T20 World Cup. While he didn't have a great run at the mega event, he announced his return in Tests with a sublime 109 in Chennai, laced with 13 fours and 4 sixes.

India thrashed Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test, in Chennai, with R Ashwin shining with match figures of 6 for 117 and a brilliant 113. Along with him, there were many performers for India, with Ravindra Jadeja slamming an impressive 86, and adding 199 runs for the seventh wicket with Ashwin in the first innings, whereas Shubman Gill (119) and Rishabh Pant (109) also scored a century each in the second essay after Rohit Sharma-led hosts' 227-run lead.

India thrashed Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test, in Chennai, with R Ashwin shining with match figures of 6 for 117 and a brilliant 113. Along with him, there were many performers for India, with Ravindra Jadeja slamming an impressive 86, and adding 199 runs for the seventh wicket with Ashwin in the first innings, whereas Shubman Gill (119) and Rishabh Pant (109) also scored a century each in the second essay after Rohit Sharma-led hosts' 227-run lead. Chasing 515, Najmul Shanto-led Bangla Tigers folded for 234 to lose by a big margin. Among the top performers, Pant stood out as he was on a Test return. Since his comeback to the national side, after battling injuries in a horrific car crash in December 2022, the left-hander has been part of India's white-ball squad, but many awaited his Test return, given his red-ball success. On seeing him slam his sixth Test ton on comeback, former Pakistan speedster Wasim Akram hailed the 26-year-old and called him a 'miracle kid'. Speaking at a media interaction, as quoted by Hindustan Times, Akram said that people in Pakistan were concerned for the wicketkeeper after he got involved in a horrific accident in 2022. The legendary pacer, however, stated that he is in awe of how Pant bounced back and has performed since his return to competitive cricket (which happened in IPL 2024). Also read: Updated ICC World Test Championship points table after Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 1st Test 'He is superhuman by returning from his tragedy' Akram said, "Look at Pant’s performance, the miracle that he has performed by showing he is superhuman by returning from his tragedy. The way his accident happened, we were all worried in Pakistan, I was worried and tweeted about him. He came back and averaged 40 in the IPL, 446 runs at a strike rate of 155, he’s a miracle kid." Hailing Pant, Akram further pointed out the way he plays Test cricket and how he has managed to dominate bowlers such as James Anderson and Pat Cummins in his short career. "Especially what he has been through in that horrific accident, coming back from that, how mentally strong must that boy be? The way he used to play in Test cricket, the way he performed in Australia with the century then (in 2018/19). The way he batted against England, playing a reverse-sweep against Anderson in Test cricket, even Cummins. He’s special," the former Pakistan captain added. Since his return, Pant ended IPL 2024 with 446 runs at a strike rate of 155.40. He was part of Rohit-led India's victorious squad in the 2024 T20 World Cup. While he didn't have a great run at the mega event, he announced his return in Tests with a sublime 109 in Chennai, laced with 13 fours and 4 sixes.

He’s a miracle kid: Wasim Akram LAUDS Rishabh Pant's stunning comeback, sublime ton in Chennai Test

On Sunday (Sep 22), India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs on Day 4 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Courtesy of R Ashwin's 113, India posted 376&nbsp;and bundled out&nbsp;Bangladesh for a paltry 149 before declaring their second innings at 287 for 4, due to centuries from Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill. Asked to chase a daunting 515, the Najmul Shanto-led&nbsp;Bangla Tigers folded for 234 with Player-of-the-Match&nbsp;Ashwin shining with&nbsp;6 for 88 as the hosts&nbsp;took a 1-0 lead.&nbsp;

With the win, India also achieved a rare feat for the first time in 92 years (since its debut in 1932) by having more wins in Tests than losses. Following their big victory in Chennai, India now have 179 wins in the longer format of the game, joint fourth-most along with South Africa, whereas their losses stand at 178. Thus, India have a win-loss ratio&nbsp;of&nbsp;1.005 after the conclusion of 580&nbsp;Test matches.

Top teams with most Test wins:

Australia - Won: 414, Lost: 218

England - Won: 397, Lost: 325

West Indies - Won: 183, Lost:&nbsp;214

South Africa - Won: 179, Lost - 161

India - Won: 179, Lost - 178

Pakistan - Won: 148, Lost - 144

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After the win, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "It was a great result looking at what lies ahead for us. We are playing after a long time, but you are never out of cricket. We came here a week before, we had a good lead-up to the Test match and we got the result that we wanted." He added, "Whatever the condition has to offer, we got to be ready for it. In the last few years, wherever we have played, we have managed to have that in our armoury, whether it is seam bowling options or spin bowling options. You have to give credit to the guys, whenever there is a responsibility, they never shy away from it and they want to put their hand up and get the job done for the team."

Soon after the Chennai Test win, BCCI also announced an unchanged India squad for the second and final Test versus Bangladesh in Kanpur, which gets underway on Sep 27 (Friday).

India squad for second Test against Bangladesh:&nbsp;Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (wk), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal

On Sunday (Sep 22), India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs on Day 4 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Courtesy of R Ashwin's 113, India posted 376 and bundled out Bangladesh for a paltry 149 before declaring their second innings at 287 for 4, due to centuries from Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill.

On Sunday (Sep 22), India beat Bangladesh by 280 runs on Day 4 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Courtesy of R Ashwin's 113, India posted 376 and bundled out Bangladesh for a paltry 149 before declaring their second innings at 287 for 4, due to centuries from Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill. Asked to chase a daunting 515, the Najmul Shanto-led Bangla Tigers folded for 234 with Player-of-the-Match Ashwin shining with 6 for 88 as the hosts took a 1-0 lead. With the win, India also achieved a rare feat for the first time in 92 years (since its debut in 1932) by having more wins in Tests than losses. Following their big victory in Chennai, India now have 179 wins in the longer format of the game, joint fourth-most along with South Africa, whereas their losses stand at 178. Thus, India have a win-loss ratio of 1.005 after the conclusion of 580 Test matches. Top teams with most Test wins: Australia - Won: 414, Lost: 218 England - Won: 397, Lost: 325 West Indies - Won: 183, Lost: 214 South Africa - Won: 179, Lost - 161 India - Won: 179, Lost - 178 Pakistan - Won: 148, Lost - 144 Also read: Ind vs Ban: 'He must play,' Sanjay Manjrekar calls for THIS player's inclusion in India XI for Kanpur Test After the win, captain Rohit said at the post-match presentation, "It was a great result looking at what lies ahead for us. We are playing after a long time, but you are never out of cricket. We came here a week before, we had a good lead-up to the Test match and we got the result that we wanted." He added, "Whatever the condition has to offer, we got to be ready for it. In the last few years, wherever we have played, we have managed to have that in our armoury, whether it is seam bowling options or spin bowling options. You have to give credit to the guys, whenever there is a responsibility, they never shy away from it and they want to put their hand up and get the job done for the team." Soon after the Chennai Test win, BCCI also announced an unchanged India squad for the second and final Test versus Bangladesh in Kanpur, which gets underway on Sep 27 (Friday). India squad for second Test against Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (wk), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal

First time in 92 years! India attain MAJOR Test milestone after big win over Bangladesh in Chennai

India are on top of Bangladesh on Day 2 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday (Sep 20). After ending the opening day's play at 339/6, courtesy of R Ashwin's 102* and Ravindra Jadeja's 86*, India eventually folded for 376 on Friday morning and went to lunch by rocking Bangladesh's top-order. Pacer Akash Deep claimed two wickets&nbsp;as the visitors went ended the opening session&nbsp;reeling at 26/3.

Akash removed Zakir Hasan with a delivery angling into him from wide of the crease, rattling his middle-stump. On the very next ball, the young speedster dismissed Mominul Haque, going past his defence with a ball nipping back as the batter got no connection and saw his off-stump get disturbed.&nbsp;

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Akash Deep rattles stumps twice, giving <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> a great start into the second innings. 
 
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Akash, who made his Test debut during the England home series, will be aiming for a good run in the home series versus Bangladesh (i.e. a two-match series) and New Zealand (three Tests). With the Australia tour nearing, starting on Nov 22, he will aim to make a strong claim for himself for the five Tests Down Under.

Talking about the first Test, in Chennai, India were asked to bat first on Thursday (Sep 19) and were reeling at 34-3 and were&nbsp;reduced to 144-6 before a solid 199-run stand between Ashwin (113) and Jadeja (86) took India out of troubled waters. On Day 2, they&nbsp;didn't touch the 400-run mark but&nbsp;posted a challenging total; 376 all-out.

In reply, Bangladesh made a disastrous start and continued&nbsp;their slide even in the second session to be&nbsp;tottering at 112/8 at tea&nbsp;on Day 2.

India are on top of Bangladesh on Day 2 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday (Sep 20). After ending the opening day's play at 339/6, courtesy of R Ashwin's 102* and Ravindra Jadeja's 86*, India eventually folded for 376 on Friday morning and went to lunch by rocking Bangladesh's top-order.

India are on top of Bangladesh on Day 2 of the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday (Sep 20). After ending the opening day's play at 339/6, courtesy of R Ashwin's 102* and Ravindra Jadeja's 86*, India eventually folded for 376 on Friday morning and went to lunch by rocking Bangladesh's top-order. Pacer Akash Deep claimed two wickets as the visitors went ended the opening session reeling at 26/3. Akash removed Zakir Hasan with a delivery angling into him from wide of the crease, rattling his middle-stump. On the very next ball, the young speedster dismissed Mominul Haque, going past his defence with a ball nipping back as the batter got no connection and saw his off-stump get disturbed. Here is the video of both the dismissals: What a sight for a fast bowler! Akash Deep rattles stumps twice, giving #TeamIndia a great start into the second innings. Watch the two wickets here 👇👇#INDvBAN @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/TR8VznWlKU — BCCI (@BCCI) September 20, 2024 × Also read: Eng vs Aus: Travis Head nonchalantly flicks pacer Jofra Archer for HUGE six in 1st ODI - Watch Akash, who made his Test debut during the England home series, will be aiming for a good run in the home series versus Bangladesh (i.e. a two-match series) and New Zealand (three Tests). With the Australia tour nearing, starting on Nov 22, he will aim to make a strong claim for himself for the five Tests Down Under. Talking about the first Test, in Chennai, India were asked to bat first on Thursday (Sep 19) and were reeling at 34-3 and were reduced to 144-6 before a solid 199-run stand between Ashwin (113) and Jadeja (86) took India out of troubled waters. On Day 2, they didn't touch the 400-run mark but posted a challenging total; 376 all-out. In reply, Bangladesh made a disastrous start and continued their slide even in the second session to be tottering at 112/8 at tea on Day 2.

Ind vs Ban, 1st Test: Akash Deep BREATHES FIRE with clean strikes to leave Bangladesh reeling on Day 2 - Watch

India started the opening day of the first Test versus Bangladesh, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday (Sep 19), on a poor note after being asked to bat first. Courtesy of Hasan Mahmud, India were 34-3 with captain Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli falling for cheap. Kohli had all eyes on himself as he marked his return to the Test side after the South Africa tour, missing the England home series early this year.&nbsp;

However, Kohli failed to get going and departed for a run-a-ball six, being caught behind by Litton Das off Mahmud. The pacer exposed Kohli's weakness outside the off-stump as the 35-year-old edged one behind the stumps. Here is the video of Kohli's dismissal:

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Captain Rohit also looked disappointed after Kohli's fall and was clueless seeing India's horrid start. Here is his reaction:

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Rohit himself departed for six early in the first session.

At the coin toss, Najmul Shanto opted to bowl first, with Bangladesh becoming the first team in 42 years to choose to field&nbsp;in a Test at Chepauk. Losing the toss, Rohit said, "I would have done that as well (bowl first). Little soft, the pitch. It's going to be challenging conditions. We have prepared well, so we should back our potential and play the way we know. Looking at the 10 Test matches, every match is important. But we want to focus on what lies in front of us. We came here a week back, we had a good prep leading up to this one. We feel confident. Three seamers and two spinners - Bumrah, Akash Deep, Siraj, Ashwin and Jadeja."

At the time of publishing this report, India are beyond the 150-run mark, losing six wickets,&nbsp;and under huge pressure to post 300 or above.

India started the opening day of the first Test versus Bangladesh, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday (Sep 19), on a poor note after being asked to bat first.

India started the opening day of the first Test versus Bangladesh, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday (Sep 19), on a poor note after being asked to bat first. Courtesy of Hasan Mahmud, India were 34-3 with captain Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli falling for cheap. Kohli had all eyes on himself as he marked his return to the Test side after the South Africa tour, missing the England home series early this year. However, Kohli failed to get going and departed for a run-a-ball six, being caught behind by Litton Das off Mahmud. The pacer exposed Kohli's weakness outside the off-stump as the 35-year-old edged one behind the stumps. Here is the video of Kohli's dismissal: Virat Kohli's Dismissal 💔 Edged and gone 😢 King's Rare failure 💯 #IndVsBan#ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/ebQ2OPbWaT — Berzabb (@Berzabb) September 19, 2024 × Also read: Ind vs Ban: Shubman Gill joins Virat Kohli in unwanted list after flop show on Day 1 of Chennai Test Captain Rohit also looked disappointed after Kohli's fall and was clueless seeing India's horrid start. Here is his reaction: Virat kohli got out & the crowd is still cheering. 😭 Reason : Rishabh pant #CricketUpdatespic.twitter.com/KmFI59xjjO — Rp17 (@HarshadSarode13) September 19, 2024 × Rohit himself departed for six early in the first session. At the coin toss, Najmul Shanto opted to bowl first, with Bangladesh becoming the first team in 42 years to choose to field in a Test at Chepauk. Losing the toss, Rohit said, "I would have done that as well (bowl first). Little soft, the pitch. It's going to be challenging conditions. We have prepared well, so we should back our potential and play the way we know. Looking at the 10 Test matches, every match is important. But we want to focus on what lies in front of us. We came here a week back, we had a good prep leading up to this one. We feel confident. Three seamers and two spinners - Bumrah, Akash Deep, Siraj, Ashwin and Jadeja." At the time of publishing this report, India are beyond the 150-run mark, losing six wickets, and under huge pressure to post 300 or above.

Ind vs Ban: Virat Kohli fails to impress on Test return, captain Rohit Sharma's reaction goes VIRAL - Watch

Indian captain Rohit Sharma backed KL Rahul ahead of the first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on September 19 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Rahul is making a return to the Test team after an injury he suffered during the England home series&nbsp;early this year. The right-hander was in good form in 2021 but runs dried up for him from 2022 onwards. While he scored a hundred in the South Africa series, in Johannesburg, and scored a sublime 80 in the first Test versus England, in Hyderabad, he got injured (quadriceps injury) after that to be ruled out. Rohit has backed Rahul prior to the Bangladesh series opener.

Rohit said in a pre-match presser when asked about Rahul's topsy-turvy ride in Tests, "There are a handful of people in world cricket who had a smooth ride. Handful of cricketers had no issues all their life, it was all good. Everyone has an up-and-down career. The best thing to do is to understand yourself, understand expectations from yourself and what do you need to bring to table for the team. The kind of quality KL Rahul has, everybody knows about him. The message to him from our side was we want him to play all the game and bring the best out of him. It’s our duty as well to bring the best out of him."

Hitman further opined, "It’s important to give him a clear message that what he expect&nbsp;from you. He has done well since comeback – scored a hundred against South Africa. He scored an 80 in the first Test against England in Hyderabad and unfortunately got injured and didn’t play afterwards."

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Rohit added, "I hope he continues from where he left in Hyderabad. He’s got the game to play spin, seamers so I don’t see any reason why he can’t flourish in Test cricket. Opportunities are there. Important for him to understand how he wants to take his career forward."

Rahul has 2,863 runs in 50 Tests at an average of&nbsp;34.08, including 8 hundreds and 14 half-centuries. He will be eager to get going in whites from the series opener itself, with a hectic Test season ahead for India.&nbsp;

Indian captain Rohit Sharma backed KL Rahul ahead of the first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on September 19 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Rahul is making a return to the Test team after an injury he suffered during the England home series early this year.

Indian captain Rohit Sharma backed KL Rahul ahead of the first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on September 19 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Rahul is making a return to the Test team after an injury he suffered during the England home series early this year. The right-hander was in good form in 2021 but runs dried up for him from 2022 onwards. While he scored a hundred in the South Africa series, in Johannesburg, and scored a sublime 80 in the first Test versus England, in Hyderabad, he got injured (quadriceps injury) after that to be ruled out. Rohit has backed Rahul prior to the Bangladesh series opener. Rohit said in a pre-match presser when asked about Rahul's topsy-turvy ride in Tests, "There are a handful of people in world cricket who had a smooth ride. Handful of cricketers had no issues all their life, it was all good. Everyone has an up-and-down career. The best thing to do is to understand yourself, understand expectations from yourself and what do you need to bring to table for the team. The kind of quality KL Rahul has, everybody knows about him. The message to him from our side was we want him to play all the game and bring the best out of him. It’s our duty as well to bring the best out of him." Hitman further opined, "It’s important to give him a clear message that what he expect from you. He has done well since comeback – scored a hundred against South Africa. He scored an 80 in the first Test against England in Hyderabad and unfortunately got injured and didn’t play afterwards." Also read: No room for Shreyas Iyer in Tests: BCCI official seals star batter's fate, says 'won't go to Australia' Rohit added, "I hope he continues from where he left in Hyderabad. He’s got the game to play spin, seamers so I don’t see any reason why he can’t flourish in Test cricket. Opportunities are there. Important for him to understand how he wants to take his career forward." Rahul has 2,863 runs in 50 Tests at an average of 34.08, including 8 hundreds and 14 half-centuries. He will be eager to get going in whites from the series opener itself, with a hectic Test season ahead for India.

Don’t see any reason...: Rohit backs Rahul amid his Test struggles ahead of Bangladesh series opener

Former Indian opener and chief selector Kris Srikkanth 'feels bad' for Sarfaraz Khan as the right-hander is likely to lose his Test spot with the return of senior batter KL Rahul ahead of the Bangladesh home series, commencing in Chennai on Sep 19. Sarfaraz made his Test debut during the England home series and ended with 200 runs in three Tests, including three half-centuries. The dashing young batter played at No. 5, Rahul's original position, after the latter got injured during the England series opener.&nbsp;

Former BCCI chief selector Srikkanth feels Rahul will be given the nod as he is a bigger player and has proven his credentials in Tests, also while playing overseas. The veteran feels India has an eye on the upcoming Australia tour, comprising five Tests, and Rahul's away record is also good.

"Honestly, I feel bad for Sarfaraz Khan. But, this happens, at times&nbsp;in Test cricket. You would have been playing well, but when a big player returns, you will have to lose your place. Take for instance, Rishabh Pant is returning, because of which Dhruv Jurel and Sarfaraz Khan are losing their places. KL Rahul is coming in," Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel.

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"At the back of the mind, they (Indian team management) are also keeping the Australia series. New Zealand are also coming. KL Rahul has performed well overseas, in Australia he has done well," added Srikkanth.

In 50 Tests, Rahul has 2,863 runs at an average of 34.08, including 8 hundreds. In away matches, he averages a modest 31.05 but has slammed seven centuries and 5 half-centuries.

India's hectic Test season commences with the two home games versus Bangladesh, before hosting New Zealand in three Tests. From thereon, they will travel to Australia for the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, featuring five Tests.

India's squad for the Bangladesh series also sees the return of Rishabh Pant in whites post his return from a horrific car crash in late 2022. With this, he is likely to replace Dhruv Jurel behind the stumps.

India's squad for two Tests versus Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal.

Former Indian opener and chief selector Kris Srikkanth 'feels bad' for Sarfaraz Khan as the right-hander is likely to lose his Test spot with the return of senior batter KL Rahul ahead of the Bangladesh home series, commencing in Chennai on Sep 19.

Former Indian opener and chief selector Kris Srikkanth 'feels bad' for Sarfaraz Khan as the right-hander is likely to lose his Test spot with the return of senior batter KL Rahul ahead of the Bangladesh home series, commencing in Chennai on Sep 19. Sarfaraz made his Test debut during the England home series and ended with 200 runs in three Tests, including three half-centuries. The dashing young batter played at No. 5, Rahul's original position, after the latter got injured during the England series opener. Former BCCI chief selector Srikkanth feels Rahul will be given the nod as he is a bigger player and has proven his credentials in Tests, also while playing overseas. The veteran feels India has an eye on the upcoming Australia tour, comprising five Tests, and Rahul's away record is also good. "Honestly, I feel bad for Sarfaraz Khan. But, this happens, at times in Test cricket. You would have been playing well, but when a big player returns, you will have to lose your place. Take for instance, Rishabh Pant is returning, because of which Dhruv Jurel and Sarfaraz Khan are losing their places. KL Rahul is coming in," Srikkanth said on his YouTube channel. Also read: ICC Test Rankings: Rohit Sharma in top 5, Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal move up before Bangladesh series "At the back of the mind, they (Indian team management) are also keeping the Australia series. New Zealand are also coming. KL Rahul has performed well overseas, in Australia he has done well," added Srikkanth. In 50 Tests, Rahul has 2,863 runs at an average of 34.08, including 8 hundreds. In away matches, he averages a modest 31.05 but has slammed seven centuries and 5 half-centuries. India's hectic Test season commences with the two home games versus Bangladesh, before hosting New Zealand in three Tests. From thereon, they will travel to Australia for the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, featuring five Tests. India's squad for the Bangladesh series also sees the return of Rishabh Pant in whites post his return from a horrific car crash in late 2022. With this, he is likely to replace Dhruv Jurel behind the stumps. India's squad for two Tests versus Bangladesh: Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), R Ashwin, R Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah, Yash Dayal.

He has performed well...: Kris Srikkanth on likelihood of Sarfaraz Khan losing Test spot to KL Rahul

Virat Kohli had had an eventful 2022. He started the year by leading India in the three Tests versus hosts South Africa and after the 2-1 series loss, he stepped aside from the red-ball captaincy after having resigned as the T20I skipper and being sacked as the ODI captain. His fallout with the BCCI top management became a huge talking point. After that, the Indian cricket fans desperately waited for Kohli's return to form. While he did manage few good scores, he remained below-par especially during IPL 2022, India tour of England before being rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies.

Following the white-ball series versus the Windies, Kohli returned to the Indian team for the Asia Cup 2022 edition, in the UAE, where he ended his two-year-long century drought and ended as the second-highest run-getter. Since then, he has remained among runs -- especially in the shortest format of the game. He ended as the highest run-getter in the 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, with&nbsp;296 runs in six matches and recently scored his first ODI ton, since August 2019, during the ongoing Bangladesh tour. Recently, in a video shared by BCCI’s official Twitter handle on Thursday (December 15), Indian head coach Rahul Dravid&nbsp;opened up on Kohli and heaped praise on him for his&nbsp;hard work and approach towards the game. Dravid, in particular, lauded the former Indian captain for his preparation levels, which can be a great lesson for youngsters.

Dravid said, "Virat has an incredible template. For me, he has been one of the standouts over the last year and a half. Just watch the way he trains and prepares. That never changes with respect to whether he is doing well or not. I think that is a great lesson for a lot of young players coming into the group."

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"He (Virat) knows when to be aggressive and when to control the game, it's incredible to watch and a good sign for us if he can build up. Virat has an incredible template in 50-over cricket. His record speaks for itself. It's phenomenal the number of games he's played," the head coach&nbsp;added.

At present, the Kohli-starrer Indian team is involved in the Test series opener versus Bangladesh in Chattogram. KL Rahul-led India are in the driver's seat at stumps on Day 3, with the Bangla Tigers being 42 for no loss in pursuit of a mammoth 513.

Virat Kohli had had an eventful 2022. He started the year by leading India in the three Tests versus hosts South Africa and after the 2-1 series loss, he stepped aside from the red-ball captaincy after having resigned as the T20I skipper and being sacked as the ODI captain.

Virat Kohli had had an eventful 2022. He started the year by leading India in the three Tests versus hosts South Africa and after the 2-1 series loss, he stepped aside from the red-ball captaincy after having resigned as the T20I skipper and being sacked as the ODI captain. His fallout with the BCCI top management became a huge talking point. After that, the Indian cricket fans desperately waited for Kohli's return to form. While he did manage few good scores, he remained below-par especially during IPL 2022, India tour of England before being rested for the white-ball tour of West Indies. Following the white-ball series versus the Windies, Kohli returned to the Indian team for the Asia Cup 2022 edition, in the UAE, where he ended his two-year-long century drought and ended as the second-highest run-getter. Since then, he has remained among runs -- especially in the shortest format of the game. He ended as the highest run-getter in the 2022 T20 World Cup, in Australia, with 296 runs in six matches and recently scored his first ODI ton, since August 2019, during the ongoing Bangladesh tour. Recently, in a video shared by BCCI’s official Twitter handle on Thursday (December 15), Indian head coach Rahul Dravid opened up on Kohli and heaped praise on him for his hard work and approach towards the game. Dravid, in particular, lauded the former Indian captain for his preparation levels, which can be a great lesson for youngsters. Dravid said, "Virat has an incredible template. For me, he has been one of the standouts over the last year and a half. Just watch the way he trains and prepares. That never changes with respect to whether he is doing well or not. I think that is a great lesson for a lot of young players coming into the group." From reminiscing memories of his playing days in Bangladesh to praising the preparation levels of @imVkohli and on the evolving nature of Test cricket 👍 A special conversation featuring #TeamIndia Head Coach Rahul Dravid 👌 Full interview 🔽 #BANvINDhttps://t.co/nLIvUKc2BC pic.twitter.com/vz5yQhuAsB — BCCI (@BCCI) December 15, 2022 × Also read: 'Don't let this 200...' - Ishan Kishan's father reveals advice he gave to his son after his mammoth knock "He (Virat) knows when to be aggressive and when to control the game, it's incredible to watch and a good sign for us if he can build up. Virat has an incredible template in 50-over cricket. His record speaks for itself. It's phenomenal the number of games he's played," the head coach added. At present, the Kohli-starrer Indian team is involved in the Test series opener versus Bangladesh in Chattogram. KL Rahul-led India are in the driver's seat at stumps on Day 3, with the Bangla Tigers being 42 for no loss in pursuit of a mammoth 513.

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It was an action-packed Day 2 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chattogram on Thursday (Decemebr 15). After ending the first day's play at 278 for 6, India relied on Shreyas Iyer to get a daddy hundred and take India well past the 400-run mark. While Iyer fell for 86, R Ashwin took charge and his 58 and Kuldeep Yadav's 40 took India to 404 all-out. At stumps on Day 2, India have tighened the screws on Bangladesh with the hosts reeling at 133 for 8 with Kuldeep and Md Siraj wreaking havoc with the ball.

After India lost Iyer early in the day, the onus fell on Ashwin and he stitched a valuable 92-run eighth-wicket stand with Kuldeep. During their partnership, India were awarded five runs on penalty due to Bangladesh's field error. The incident took place in the 112th over with Taijul Islam bowling to the Indian spin duo.&nbsp;Ashwin got a thick edge on the second delivery of the over and the ball raced towards the third-man region. The throw hit the helmet placed right behind the wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim and India got lucky with five runs being added to the team total. The video of the moment has gone viral on social media platform Twitter. Here's the clip:&nbsp;

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After end of the day's play, KL Rahul &amp; Co. are in the driver's seat. They will look to wrap up the Bangladeshi innings in a flash on Day Three and either enforce a follow-on or opt to bat again and give a massive target for the hosts. The pitch is expected to favour the slower bowlers and, hence, Ashwin-Kuldeep might continue to dominate the hapless Bangladeshi line-up.&nbsp;

India will aim for a clinical start to the series and anything less than a 2-0 whitewash will be disappointing for them given a ICC World Test Championship final ticket, for the ongoing second cycle, remains up for grabs.&nbsp;

It was an action-packed Day 2 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chattogram on Thursday (Decemebr 15). After ending the first day's play at 278 for 6, India relied on Shreyas Iyer to get a daddy hundred and take India well past the 400-run mark.

It was an action-packed Day 2 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh in Chattogram on Thursday (Decemebr 15). After ending the first day's play at 278 for 6, India relied on Shreyas Iyer to get a daddy hundred and take India well past the 400-run mark. While Iyer fell for 86, R Ashwin took charge and his 58 and Kuldeep Yadav's 40 took India to 404 all-out. At stumps on Day 2, India have tighened the screws on Bangladesh with the hosts reeling at 133 for 8 with Kuldeep and Md Siraj wreaking havoc with the ball. After India lost Iyer early in the day, the onus fell on Ashwin and he stitched a valuable 92-run eighth-wicket stand with Kuldeep. During their partnership, India were awarded five runs on penalty due to Bangladesh's field error. The incident took place in the 112th over with Taijul Islam bowling to the Indian spin duo. Ashwin got a thick edge on the second delivery of the over and the ball raced towards the third-man region. The throw hit the helmet placed right behind the wicketkeeper Mushfiqur Rahim and India got lucky with five runs being added to the team total. The video of the moment has gone viral on social media platform Twitter. Here's the clip: 5 penalty runs were awarded to India.pic.twitter.com/H9ECVqbSon#INDvsBangladesh | #BANvsIND | #BANvIND — Saikat Ghosh (@Ghosh_Analysis) December 15, 2022 × Also read: 'Whenever I went to a shop...': Rizwan on Pakistan fans' response after win over India in 2021 T20 WC After end of the day's play, KL Rahul & Co. are in the driver's seat. They will look to wrap up the Bangladeshi innings in a flash on Day Three and either enforce a follow-on or opt to bat again and give a massive target for the hosts. The pitch is expected to favour the slower bowlers and, hence, Ashwin-Kuldeep might continue to dominate the hapless Bangladeshi line-up. India will aim for a clinical start to the series and anything less than a 2-0 whitewash will be disappointing for them given a ICC World Test Championship final ticket, for the ongoing second cycle, remains up for grabs.

Watch: India awarded 5 penalty runs due to Bangladesh's error on Day 2 of Chattogram Test

Jaydev Unadkat earned a Test recall after a long time when India announced him as replacement for the injured Mohammed Shami in the run-up to the first Test between Bangladesh and India, in Chattogram. However, the 31-year-old hasn't joined the KL Rahul-led Indian squad for the series opener of the two-match Test series and is stuck at home, in Rajkot, due to visa issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;

As per a report in Cricbuzz, the BCCI's logistics department is busy trying to&nbsp;transport him to Bangladesh but Unadkat remains in India amid the start of the Test series in Chattogram on Wednesday (December 14). It is to be noted that the BCCI organises visas for all the players who can potentially be in the selectors' radar in order to avoid any last minute logistical issue. In Unadkat's case, it seems a pre-booking was not in place as he remains a surprise addition with Shami's injury. The Saurashtra pacer made his Test debut back in december 2010 and is returning to the red-ball squad after 12 years. Hence, he may not have been in the logistic department's eyes even though he was apparently seen as an option by the outgoing selection committee.

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Unadkat didn't have a great debut in whites back in 2010 during India's tour of South Africa. However, he has done the hard yards in domestic circuit. Apart from leading Saurashtra to several laurels, the left-arm pacer ended as the highest wicket-taker&nbsp;of the 2019-20 Ranji Trophy by accounting for 67 scalps. Overall, he has claimed as many as 353 wickets in 96 first-class matches and remains a big name in the domestic arena. With a Test comeback, he will be itching to join the squad and be a part of India's playing XI in the second and final Test in Dhaka.

In regular captain Rohit Sharma's injury, Rahul is leading the Indian team in the first Test. India have opted to bat first in the series opener and were 85 for 3 at lunch on Day 1.

India's playing XI in first Test vs Bangladesh:&nbsp;Shubman Gill, KL Rahul (c), Cheteshwar Pujara (vc), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj
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Jaydev Unadkat earned a Test recall after a long time when India announced him as replacement for the injured Mohammed Shami in the run-up to the first Test between Bangladesh and India, in Chattogram.

Jaydev Unadkat earned a Test recall after a long time when India announced him as replacement for the injured Mohammed Shami in the run-up to the first Test between Bangladesh and India, in Chattogram. However, the 31-year-old hasn't joined the KL Rahul-led Indian squad for the series opener of the two-match Test series and is stuck at home, in Rajkot, due to visa issues. As per a report in Cricbuzz, the BCCI's logistics department is busy trying to transport him to Bangladesh but Unadkat remains in India amid the start of the Test series in Chattogram on Wednesday (December 14). It is to be noted that the BCCI organises visas for all the players who can potentially be in the selectors' radar in order to avoid any last minute logistical issue. In Unadkat's case, it seems a pre-booking was not in place as he remains a surprise addition with Shami's injury. The Saurashtra pacer made his Test debut back in december 2010 and is returning to the red-ball squad after 12 years. Hence, he may not have been in the logistic department's eyes even though he was apparently seen as an option by the outgoing selection committee. Also read: Andrew Flintoff airlifted to hospital after car crash while filming, injuries not life-threatening - Report Unadkat didn't have a great debut in whites back in 2010 during India's tour of South Africa. However, he has done the hard yards in domestic circuit. Apart from leading Saurashtra to several laurels, the left-arm pacer ended as the highest wicket-taker of the 2019-20 Ranji Trophy by accounting for 67 scalps. Overall, he has claimed as many as 353 wickets in 96 first-class matches and remains a big name in the domestic arena. With a Test comeback, he will be itching to join the squad and be a part of India's playing XI in the second and final Test in Dhaka. In regular captain Rohit Sharma's injury, Rahul is leading the Indian team in the first Test. India have opted to bat first in the series opener and were 85 for 3 at lunch on Day 1. India's playing XI in first Test vs Bangladesh: Shubman Gill, KL Rahul (c), Cheteshwar Pujara (vc), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj

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Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer had a lucky reprieve late on Day 1 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh.&nbsp;

Batting on 77 during the 84th over the match, Iyer faced a good length delivery from pacer Ebadot Hossain outside off. Iyer played the line of the ball which tailed back in late, went through the bat-pad gap and grazed the outside half of the offstump. It kept a tad low as well, not allowing Iyer to get anywhere near the ball.&nbsp;

Though the ball was bowled at a decent pace, it failed to dislodge the bail out of the groove. The 'zing-bail' momentarily lit up before settling a little further from the groove.&nbsp;

While Iyer wore a confused look as to what happened, bowler Hossain ran towards the stumps and pointed at the bail. Other Bangladeshi players also surrounded the stumps and looked equally perplexed.&nbsp;

The commentators were equally stunned as one of them said, "I cannot believe it. Incredible. It just brushed the offstump. Everyone is foxed by that one. It lit up but it decided to stick to the top of the stumps. Very bad luck for Ebadot and another slice of luck for batter Shreyas Iyer."

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According to&nbsp;the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Laws of cricket, specifically Law 29.1, a batter can only be given out when the bail is fully dislodged.&nbsp;

"The wicket is broken when at least one bail is completely removed from the top of the stumps, or one or more stumps is removed from the ground."

After winning the toss, India decided to bat first, in an attempt to pile on a big total. However, the top order departed cheaply as three wickets fell before the Indian total could even reach 50.&nbsp;

Taijul Islam, the left-arm spinner caused problems to the Indian batters throughout the day. he picked three wickets, including the scalp of former Indian captain Virat Kohli whose woeful run in the longest format of the game continued.&nbsp;

If it wasn't for the 149-run partnership between Pujara and Iyer, India could have been staring at a much different scorecard which wears a decent look at the end of Day 1.&nbsp;

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Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer had a lucky reprieve late on Day 1 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh. Batting on 77 during the 84th over the match, Iyer faced a good length delivery from pacer Ebadot Hossain outside off.

Indian middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer had a lucky reprieve late on Day 1 of the first Test between India and Bangladesh. Batting on 77 during the 84th over the match, Iyer faced a good length delivery from pacer Ebadot Hossain outside off. Iyer played the line of the ball which tailed back in late, went through the bat-pad gap and grazed the outside half of the offstump. It kept a tad low as well, not allowing Iyer to get anywhere near the ball. Though the ball was bowled at a decent pace, it failed to dislodge the bail out of the groove. The 'zing-bail' momentarily lit up before settling a little further from the groove. While Iyer wore a confused look as to what happened, bowler Hossain ran towards the stumps and pointed at the bail. Other Bangladeshi players also surrounded the stumps and looked equally perplexed. The commentators were equally stunned as one of them said, "I cannot believe it. Incredible. It just brushed the offstump. Everyone is foxed by that one. It lit up but it decided to stick to the top of the stumps. Very bad luck for Ebadot and another slice of luck for batter Shreyas Iyer." An incredible sequence of play in the #BANvIND Test match as @ShreyasIyer15 is bowled by Ebadot Hossain but the 𝗯𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹 🤯 Your reaction on this close 'escape' ❓🤔#SonySportsNetwork #ShreyasIyer pic.twitter.com/q6BXBScVUz — Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) December 14, 2022 × Read more: BAN vs IND 2022: Jaydev Unadkat misses first Test after being stuck in India due to visa issues According to the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Laws of cricket, specifically Law 29.1, a batter can only be given out when the bail is fully dislodged. "The wicket is broken when at least one bail is completely removed from the top of the stumps, or one or more stumps is removed from the ground." After winning the toss, India decided to bat first, in an attempt to pile on a big total. However, the top order departed cheaply as three wickets fell before the Indian total could even reach 50. Taijul Islam, the left-arm spinner caused problems to the Indian batters throughout the day. he picked three wickets, including the scalp of former Indian captain Virat Kohli whose woeful run in the longest format of the game continued. If it wasn't for the 149-run partnership between Pujara and Iyer, India could have been staring at a much different scorecard which wears a decent look at the end of Day 1. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Rishabh Pant missed the entire ODI series between India and Bangladesh after consultation with the BCCI medical team. While he has returned for the two-match Test series and was drafted into the playing XI after India opted to bat first on Day 1 of the Chattogram Test, Pant slammed a well-made 46-run-knock. Coming out to bat at No. 5 with India struggling at 48 for 3, Pant resurrected the Indian innings with a 64-run fourth-wicket stand with Cheteshwar Pujara (90) before falling for 46 after the lunch break. Though his stay wasn't a lengthy one, he achieved a new record.

With his second six, Pant became the second-fastest Indian to reach 50 sixes in the purest format of the game. Pant (54th inning) is only behind Rohit Sharma (51 innings).&nbsp; Overall, the swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter stands third in the all-time list of fastest to 50 Test sixes. Pakistan's Shahid Afridi continues to lead the list as he reached the feat in 46 innings. Among Indians, Pant is the eighth batter to 50 maximums in whites. He has joined some big names such as Rohit, Virender Sehwag, MS&nbsp;Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Sourav Ganguly and Ravindra Jadeja.

In addition, Pant touched the 4000-run mark in international cricket during his knock on Day 1 of the India-Bangladesh Chattogram Test on Wednesday (December 14).

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Talking about opening day's play of the series opener, India wno the toss and opted to bat first. Stand-in captain KL Rahul and Shubman Gill started off cautiously before Gill (20) fell courtesy of a paddle sweep whereas Rahul (22) chopped it onto the stumps. Virat Kohli departed for 1, lbw off&nbsp;Taijul Islam. From thereon, Pant-Pujara held the innings before Shreyas Iyer joined the latter and stitched a valuable 149-run fifth-wicket stand. At stumps, Iyer remains unbeaten on 82 after losing Pujara and Axar Patel (14) right before end of day's play.

Rishabh Pant missed the entire ODI series between India and Bangladesh after consultation with the BCCI medical team. While he has returned for the two-match Test series and was drafted into the playing XI after India opted to bat first on Day 1 of the Chattogram Test, Pant slammed a well-made 46-run-knock.

Rishabh Pant missed the entire ODI series between India and Bangladesh after consultation with the BCCI medical team. While he has returned for the two-match Test series and was drafted into the playing XI after India opted to bat first on Day 1 of the Chattogram Test, Pant slammed a well-made 46-run-knock. Coming out to bat at No. 5 with India struggling at 48 for 3, Pant resurrected the Indian innings with a 64-run fourth-wicket stand with Cheteshwar Pujara (90) before falling for 46 after the lunch break. Though his stay wasn't a lengthy one, he achieved a new record. With his second six, Pant became the second-fastest Indian to reach 50 sixes in the purest format of the game. Pant (54th inning) is only behind Rohit Sharma (51 innings). Overall, the swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter stands third in the all-time list of fastest to 50 Test sixes. Pakistan's Shahid Afridi continues to lead the list as he reached the feat in 46 innings. Among Indians, Pant is the eighth batter to 50 maximums in whites. He has joined some big names such as Rohit, Virender Sehwag, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Sourav Ganguly and Ravindra Jadeja. In addition, Pant touched the 4000-run mark in international cricket during his knock on Day 1 of the India-Bangladesh Chattogram Test on Wednesday (December 14). Also read: BAN vs IND 2022: Jaydev Unadkat misses first Test after being stuck in India due to visa issues Talking about opening day's play of the series opener, India wno the toss and opted to bat first. Stand-in captain KL Rahul and Shubman Gill started off cautiously before Gill (20) fell courtesy of a paddle sweep whereas Rahul (22) chopped it onto the stumps. Virat Kohli departed for 1, lbw off Taijul Islam. From thereon, Pant-Pujara held the innings before Shreyas Iyer joined the latter and stitched a valuable 149-run fifth-wicket stand. At stumps, Iyer remains unbeaten on 82 after losing Pujara and Axar Patel (14) right before end of day's play.

BAN vs IND: Rishabh Pant becomes second-fastest Indian to hit 50 sixes in Tests on Day 1 of series opener