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Dominant Indian start in the 1st T20i
India showcased their dominance in the 1st T20I, cruising to victory by 7 wickets with 49 balls to spare. Bangladesh, batting first, managed to post 127 runs in 19.5 overs. India’s bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakaravarthy, dismantled Bangladesh’s batting order. In response, India comfortably chased down the target, reaching 132/3 in 11.5 overs.
Bangladesh’s struggles with the bat
Bangladesh’s innings started poorly with Litton Das dismissed for 4 off 2 balls in the very first over. Despite Najmul Shanto’s 27 from 25 balls and Mehidy Hasan Miraz’s unbeaten 35 from 32, the team struggled to find momentum. Wickets fell at regular intervals, and they failed to build significant partnerships. Arshdeep Singh claimed 3 wickets for 14 runs in 3.5 overs, while Varun Chakaravarthy also took 3 wickets, conceding 31 runs in his 4 overs.
Key moments in Bangladesh’s innings
The top order collapsed early with Litton Das and P.H. Emon falling within the first two overs. By 7.2 overs, Bangladesh had lost four wickets with just 43 runs on the board. Mehidy Hasan’s effort pushed the score to 127, but the total was below par on a good batting pitch.
India’s confident run chase
India’s chase was led by captain Suryakumar Yadav’s quickfire 29 from 14 balls and Hardik Pandya’s blistering 39* from 16 deliveries. Sanju Samson also contributed with a solid 29 off 19. Despite losing a few early wickets, India never looked troubled and completed the chase comfortably.
Hardik Pandya’s explosive knock
Pandya’s power-hitting stole the show as he smashed 5 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 243.75. His partnership with Nitish Reddy, who scored 16* off 15 balls, sealed the match for India. Pandya’s confident shots over the boundary ensured the target was chased down in just 11.5 overs.
Bangladesh’s bowling efforts
Bangladesh’s bowling lacked consistency, with Mustafizur Rahman picking up 1 wicket but conceding 36 runs in his 3 overs. Taskin Ahmed had an expensive outing, giving away 44 runs in 2.5 overs without taking a wicket. The Indian batsmen capitalized on the loose deliveries and put pressure on the Bangladeshi bowlers.
Fall of wickets and game-changing moments
India’s first wicket fell at 25/1 in the second over, but the team quickly recovered with a 40-run partnership between Suryakumar Yadav and Sanju Samson. When Samson was dismissed, India was already in control at 80/3. Hardik Pandya and Nitish Reddy then took charge, finishing the game with ease.
Key findings
India Takes the LeadIndia’s emphatic victory in the 1st T20I sets a strong tone for the series. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address both their batting and bowling concerns. The 7-wicket win, with 49 balls to spare, underlines India’s dominance in the format. They will be eager to carry this momentum into the next match, while Bangladesh looks to bounce back. India’s sensational victory once again demonstrates their depth in both batting and bowling, making them favourites for the rest of the series.
Key highlights
– India wins the 1st T20I by 7 wickets with 49 balls to spare.
– Bangladesh posts 127 all out in 19.5 overs.
– Arshdeep Singh takes 3 wickets for 14 runs.- Hardik Pandya scores a quickfire 39* off 16 balls.
– India chases 128 comfortably, reaching 132/3 in 11.5 overs.
