Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant's Stellar Performances Lead India to Commanding Position Against Bangladesh

Following his century in the first Test against Bangladesh, Shubman Gill recounted a humorous incident with Rishabh Pant during their 167-run partnership. Centuries from Gill and Pant set India up with a massive 515-run target in Chennai. Bangladesh faced steep challenges with India dominating the match.

Shubman Gill's century in the first Test against Bangladesh was highlighted by a humorous incident with wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. During a productive 167-run partnership for the fourth wicket, Gill recollected Pant's playful attempt to touch bats, which Gill resisted to preserve his bat.

Bangladesh won the toss and opted to field, initially putting India on the back foot at 34/3. However, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant's 62-run partnership, followed by a robust 199-run stand between Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, lifted India to a competitive total.

Gill and Pant's centuries in the second innings propelled India to declare at 287/4, setting a daunting 515-run target for Bangladesh. Despite a solid start, Bangladesh struggled, ending day three at 158/4, trailing by a significant margin with Najmul Hossain Shanto and Shakib Al Hasan unbeaten.

(With inputs from agencies.)