By Caroline Chepkorir Shakib Al Hasan, the all-rounder legend, has played a great role in Bangladesh’s cricket history in the first Test against India in Chenna

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto defended Shakib Al Hasan's performance despite his recent struggles. Shakib failed to take any wickets and had an expensive bowling spell during the Test match against India.

Bangladesh 149 (Bumrah 4-50) & 234 (Shanto 82; Ashwin 6-88) India won by 280 runs Ravichandran Ashwin took six wickets in Bangladesh's second innings as India cruised to victory by 280 runs in the first Test in Chennai.

Bangladesh batting coach David Hemp stated he was unaware of Shakib Al Hasan's injury. Despite Hasan's struggles and a recent finger surgery, Bangladesh faces an uphill battle against India. The visitors ended day three at 158/4,

Ravichandran Ashwin's brilliance with the ball propelled India to a commanding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the opening Test of the two-match series. Ashwin bagged six wickets (6/88) and decimated the Bangladesh batting lineup on Day 4,

India's Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai featured standout performances by Ashwin, Jadeja, Pant, and Gill. With a substantial lead bolstered by centuries from Pant and Gill, India is well-positioned for victory.

Rohit Sharma and Co. are just six wickets away from a massive win here at Chepauk and the bowlers will look to wrap things early on Day 4 to get an extra day to rest. Ravichandran Ashwin has got into his groove in the final session of Day 3 with a three-fer and now he will keep an eye on a fifer.