Top 10 Records That Tumbled On Day 1 Of India vs Bangladesh 1st Test At Chennai - In Pics

The first day of the India vs Bangladesh Test series at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai was nothing short of exhilarating. With records falling left and right, fans witnessed a blend of resilience and brilliance from the Indian side, particularly from Ravichandran Ashwin, who stole the show with his sixth Test century. As India closed the day at 339/6, the stage was set for a thrilling contest. Here’s a look at the top ten records that tumbled on this eventful day.

Zee Media Bureau | Sep 20, 2024, 07:16 AM IST

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Ravichandran Ashwin's Stellar Century

Ravichandran Ashwin scored his sixth Test century, marking a significant milestone at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, showcasing his versatility as both a bowler and a batsman.

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Rishabh Pant's Long-Awaited Return

After a hiatus of 629 days, Rishabh Pant made a comeback to Test cricket, becoming the second wicketkeeper to score 4,000 runs for India in international formats.

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Rohit Sharma's Struggles Against Bangladesh

Rohit Sharma recorded a dismal batting average of 9.75 against Bangladesh in Tests, failing to make an impact with scores of 6, 6, 21, and 6 in his recent outings.

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India's Dominant Day One

Finishing at 339/6 at stumps, India had a strong day, highlighted by aggressive batting and strategic partnerships, setting the stage for a commanding position in the Test series.

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Record Partnership for the Seventh Wicket

Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin's partnership of 195 runs is now the highest for the seventh wicket at Chepauk, surpassing the previous record of 138 set in 2016.

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Ashwin's Unique Ground Feat

With his century, Ashwin became only the second Indian to score 300 runs and take 30 wickets at the same ground in Test history, joining Kapil Dev in this elite club.

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Ashwin's Dual Centuries and Five-Fers

Ravichandran Ashwin became the fifth player in Test history to score two centuries and take two five-wicket hauls at a single ground, solidifying his status as an all-rounder.

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Ashwin Joins an Elite List

By scoring his sixth Test century and achieving six five-wicket hauls, Ashwin joined an exclusive group of just eight players in Test history, with Kapil Dev being the only other Indian.

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Jaiswal's Solid Start

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored a resilient 56 runs, helping stabilize India's innings after a shaky start, showcasing his potential as a key player in the team's batting lineup.

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Hasan Mahmud's Historic Bowling Figures

Bangladeshi bowler Hasan Mahmud achieved remarkable figures of 4/58, setting the record for the best bowling performance by a Bangladeshi in India during a Test match.

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