India secured a commanding victory over Bangladesh in the first T20I of the series in Gwalior. With both bat and ball, India outclassed their opponents, setting the tone for the series.
Batting first, India posted a formidable total of 191/6, driven by standout performances from Ruturaj Gaikwad and Tilak Varma. Gaikwad’s composed 57 runs off 42 balls laid the foundation, while Varma’s quickfire 47 off 26 balls propelled the innings in the middle overs. Captain Hardik Pandya added a late flourish with a blistering knock, scoring 35 runs off just 14 deliveries.
Bangladesh’s chase faltered early as Indian bowlers took control. Varun Chakravarthy’s exceptional spell (3/19) dismantled Bangladesh’s middle order, and Arshdeep Singh contributed with crucial wickets upfront. The visitors were restricted to 129/9 in their 20 overs, falling short by 62 runs
The win highlights India’s dominance, with contributions from both experienced players and emerging talents. The second T20I promises more action as Bangladesh seeks to bounce back in the series.