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The Indian cricket team, under the guidance of their new head coach Gautam Gambhir, is currently in Kanpur preparing for the second Test match against Bangladesh. The team arrived at their hotel in Kanpur ahead of the match, which is scheduled to commence on Friday at the Green Park. The arrival of the team was marked by a lighthearted moment involving three key players: Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, and Gautam Gambhir.
The trio, all hailing from Delhi, were spotted outside the team hotel on Tuesday. Their camaraderie was evident as they enjoyed a ride in a golf cart at the airport. This playful interaction quickly captured the attention of fans and went viral on social media. The image of the three Delhi boys together, showcasing their bond, was widely shared and commented upon.
Gambhir's first Test match as India's head coach proved to be a triumphant one. In the first Test match against Bangladesh, held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, India secured a resounding 280-run victory. This victory marked a promising start for Gambhir's tenure as head coach.
Pant, making his return to Test cricket after a period of absence, impressed with a stellar performance in the second innings of the first Test. He showcased his trademark aggressive batting style, scoring a magnificent 109 runs. His innings, a blend of power hitting and skillful defense, evoked nostalgic feelings among Indian fans, reminding them of his potential as a match-winning batsman. While he had a promising start in the first innings, scoring 39 runs off 52 deliveries, he unfortunately lost his wicket to Hasan Mahmud.
Kohli, on the other hand, experienced a less successful outing with the bat in the first Test. He struggled to find his rhythm, scoring a mere 6 and 17 runs in the two innings. His dismissals in the second innings came at the hands of Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud and spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz. This lean run with the bat would be a cause for concern for Kohli, a player renowned for his consistency and run-scoring abilities.
The first Test saw a standout performance by Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who was deservedly awarded the 'Player of the Match' title. He played a crucial role in India's victory, contributing significantly both with the bat and the ball. In the first innings, he scored a valuable 113 runs off 133 balls, providing stability to the Indian batting order. His bowling prowess was on full display in the second innings, where he claimed a six-wicket haul, ultimately sealing India's victory.
This six-wicket haul marked Ashwin's 37th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, drawing him level with legendary Australian spinner Shane Warne in terms of the second-most five-wicket hauls in Test history. The only player ahead of them in this regard is Sri Lankan legend Muttiah Muralitharan, who holds the record with 67 five-wicket hauls.
Source: "Delhi Boys" Kohli, Gambhir, Pant Enjoy Golf Cart Ride At Airport, Video Goes Viral