India Wins First Test by 280 Runs

India secured a resounding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test in Chennai, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Ravichandran Ashwin was the standout performer, scoring a century and taking 10 wickets across both innings, including a six-wicket haul in the second innings. Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant also shone with centuries, helping India set a daunting target of 515. Despite a resilient 82 from Najmul Hossain Shanto, Bangladesh were bowled out for 234. Concerns were raised over Shakib Al Hasan's performance due to finger and shoulder injuries. The Indian bowlers were praised for their aggressive and effective stump-targeting strategy.