IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Match Deatils, Squad Updates, Pitch Report, Live Streaming Details

India and Bangladesh gear up for the first of their two-match Test series and both teams arrive with recent successes that boost their confidence. India recently secured a dominant 4-1 series win over England (Jan-Mar 2024), solidifying their place at the top of the WTC 2025 Points Table. With Virat Kohli missing that series due to personal reasons, India relied on its depth and resilience to win four consecutive matches after losing the opener. They now look stronger with Kohli’s return and an in-form pace attack.

Bangladesh has also been impressive, winning a historic 2-0 series against Pakistan in August 2024, their first-ever Test series win over Pakistan. Bangladesh’s all-round efforts, especially from key players like Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim, make them formidable challengers as they look to build on their momentum.

IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Match Details

Date: September 19, 2024 – September 23, 2024

Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Start Time: 9:30 AM IST / 4:00 AM GMT / 9:30 AM LOCAL

IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Squad Updates

India

Currently leading the WTC standings with 6 wins from 9 matches, India has 74 points and a percentage score of 68.52. They are in prime position to qualify for a third consecutive final but need to win at least six of their remaining 10 matches to secure their spot. A victory here would further cement their dominance.

India’s squad for the series features a blend of experience and youthful talent. Rohit Sharma, who will captain the side, is expected to lead from the front. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill offer solid opening options, while Virat Kohli’s return adds stability to the middle order. KL Rahul’s versatility is a valuable asset, and Sarfaraz Khan’s aggressive batting could play a significant role.

The wicketkeeping duties will be handled by Rishabh Pant, who returns after recovering from an accident, with Dhruv Jurel as the backup. In the spin department, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel provide depth, while Kuldeep Yadav adds variety. The pace attack will be spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, supported by Akash Deep and Yash Dayal.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh is currently fourth in the WTC 2025 Atandings with 3 wins from 6 matches, earning 33 points and a percentage score of 45.83. While their path to the WTC final is still open, they need consistent wins to stay competitive in the race. A win against India could be a game-changer.

For Bangladesh, the squad is a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the side and anchor the batting. Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, and Shadman Islam will form the top order, with Mominul Haque and Mushfiqur Rahim bringing experience to the middle order. Liton Das adds flair to the lower middle order.

Shakib Al Hasan, the talismanic all-rounder, will be crucial with both bat and ball. Mehidy Hasan Miraz offers additional spin options, while Taijul Islam and Nayeem Hasan will support him. The pace attack will feature Taskin Ahmed and young pace sensation Nahid Rana, with Hasan Mahmud and Syed Khaled Ahmed providing backup.

IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Possible Playing XI

India

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant (Wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav/Axar Patel, Mohammed Siraj/Akash Deep, Jasprit Bumrah.

Pakistan

Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, Liton Das (Wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, Nahid Rana

IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Pitch Report

The pitch at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball for the 1st Test between India and Bangladesh. With its red soil composition, the pitch is likely to provide good bounce and carry early on, favoring fast bowlers who can exploit the seam movement. This initial bounce will challenge the batsmen, especially those unfamiliar with the conditions. However, as the match progresses, the pitch is expected to wear down, potentially aiding spinners who will look to extract grip and turn from the surface.

For India, key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill will need to adapt to the early bounce and carry, aiming to build a solid foundation. Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravichandran Ashwin are expected to benefit from the early conditions, while Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel will come into play as the pitch starts to offer more assistance to spin. Rishabh Pant will need to balance aggression with caution to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Bangladesh’s batsmen, including Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mominul Haque, will need to handle the initial challenging conditions and build strong innings. Shakib Al Hasan and Liton Das will be key in stabilizing and accelerating the innings. Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam, and Nahid Rana will look to exploit the early movement, while Mehidy Hasan Miraz will be crucial in the latter stages of the match as the pitch begins to assist spinners. Given the pitch conditions, a competitive first innings total could be around 275-300 runs.

IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 LIVE Telecast and LIVE Streaming Details

Where to Watch IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Live in India?

The 1st Test between India and Bangladesh will be available for live streaming on Jio Cinema. Additionally, the match will be broadcast live on the television channel Sports 18.

Where to Watch IND vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Live in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh, viewers can watch the match live on the Rabbitholebd YouTube channel. The match will also be telecast live on GTV.