‘Idhar Daalna Padega’: Rishabh Pant Offers Tips to R Ashwin, Then Veteran Scalps Shanto’s Wicket

Team India secured a spectacular win at the Chennai Test match, as they defeated Bangladesh with ease. Given that they were coming off a successful series whitewash against Pakistan , the Bangla Tigers were riding strong in terms of motivation. But the Men in Blue derailed its momentum as the bowlers come in handy. One of the biggest moments was R Ashwin and Rishabh Pant , as the latter's advice helped the veteran secure a major feat.

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Rishabh Pant hands out some advice to R Ashwin, then veteran scalps Najmul Shanto's wicket

During the 29th over, Ashwin was bowling against Najmul Hossain Shanto and he delivered a length delivery from around the wicket, which the Bangladeshi skipper defended with no issue. After his delivery, Rishabh Pant urged him to alter his bowling strategy in the next one to surprise the batter on strike. Pant said, "Ash Bhai idhar daalna padega halka sa (Ash brother you will have to bowl a bit here)."

After hearing his teammate out, Ashwin bowled the next ball a little bit more forcefully, hitting the Bangladeshi captain with his pads. This caused all the Indian players to get their fingers up and make a loud appeal. The umpire was convinced, and he lifted his finger  to indicate that Shanto was indeed out. The Skipper's innings ended on 31 runs on Day 1 of action at the Kanpur Test.

In addition, Ashwin's dismissal enabled him to pass Anil Kumble and take second place in terms of wickets taken in Indian Conditions. He now stands behind Muthiah Muralidaran after moving up to second place with 420 wickets after Muralidaran's 612, surpassing Kumble's record of 419 scalps.

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Najmul Hossain Shanto's wicket was crucial as it helped break the 51-run partnership between Mominul Haque and hand BAN their third fall of the day.

However, the Day 1 play did not last long, as poor lighting and rainfall caused the day to end early. The covers came up, and the play could not continue.

Day 2 of the play hasn't yet begun, as the covers are still in place after the overnight rainfall. The teams have also left the venue to head back to their hotels, and the second day of play is yet to begin.