Chennai: Akash Deep inflicted twin blows off successive deliveries as Bangladesh were left reeling at 26/3 in reply to India’s 376 at lunch on day two of the first Test here on Friday.
Jasprit Bumrah (1/10) cleaned up left-handed opener Shadman Islam (2) in the opening over, before Akash Deep dismissed Zakir Hasan (3) and Mominul Haque (0) in succession to leave them in dire straits at 22/3.
Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto was holding fort with an unbeaten 15m, while Mushfiqur Rahim was batting at four with Bangladesh still trailing by 350 runs.
As far as the weather is concerned, expect a cloudy start to the day’s play with hot and humid conditions at the Chepauk. The pitch could see some sign of wear and tear which is a positive sign for the Indian bowling attack who will be looking to get in the action on the second day.
