Date: October 6, 2024
Venue: Gwalior, India
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Match Summary:
India secured a convincing win over Bangladesh in the first T20I of their 2024 series, chasing down a modest target of 127 with ease. Bangladesh’s struggles with the bat set the tone for the match, while India’s bowlers, particularly Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy, dominated the proceedings.
Bangladesh Innings:
After being asked to bat first, Bangladesh got off to a rocky start. Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh struck early, removing Litton Das (4) and Parvez Hossain Emon (8) within the first two overs. This left Bangladesh in a vulnerable position at 39/2 by the end of the powerplay.
Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (27) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (35*) provided some resistance but failed to build substantial partnerships. Mehidy’s unbeaten knock, along with minor contributions from tailenders, took Bangladesh to a below-par score of 127. Varun Chakravarthy and Arshdeep Singh were the standout bowlers for India, each picking up 3 wickets.
Bangladesh Scorecard:
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz: 35* (32)
- Najmul Hossain Shanto: 27 (22)
- Towhid Hridoy: 12 (15)
- Arshdeep Singh: 3/14 (4 overs)
- Varun Chakravarthy: 3/31 (4 overs)
India’s Chase:
In response, India made light work of the chase, reaching the target in just 11.5 overs with 7 wickets in hand. Suryakumar Yadav (29) provided early momentum, while Hardik Pandya’s unbeaten 39* guided India to victory. Debutant Sai Reddy also contributed with 16* in his first international outing.
India Scorecard:
- Hardik Pandya: 39* (20)
- Suryakumar Yadav: 29 (19)
- Sai Reddy: 16* (9)
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz: 1/7 (2 overs)
Key Highlights:
- Bowling Masterclass: Arshdeep and Varun dismantled Bangladesh’s top and middle order with timely breakthroughs, ensuring that Bangladesh could never build partnerships.
- Mehidy’s Resistance: While Bangladesh struggled, Mehidy Hasan Miraz played a responsible knock, though it wasn’t enough to set a competitive target.
- India’s Dominant Chase: India chased down 127 with 49 balls to spare, displaying their batting depth and intent.
India now leads the 3-match T20I series 1-0, and the teams will face off again in the second match on October 9, 2024, in New Delhi.
Conclusion:
India displayed complete control over the game, excelling in both bowling and batting. Bangladesh will need to reassess their batting strategy to challenge India in the upcoming matches.
FAQs:
- When is the next match?
The second T20I will be held on October 9, 2024, in New Delhi. - Who was the player of the match?
Arshdeep Singh, for his 3/14 and early breakthroughs, played a pivotal role in India’s win. - How many runs did India chase?
India chased down 127 in 11.5 overs. - How did Bangladesh perform in the first T20I?
Bangladesh struggled with the bat and were bowled out for 127, which proved too low a target to defend. - What was the standout bowling performance?
Both Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy took three wickets each, dismantling Bangladesh’s lineup.