Hot India primed for Aussies
A stunning spell by India’s spinners seals a comprehensive in over Bangladesh
Chasing 459 for victory on the final day of their first Test on Indian soil, Bangladesh were bowled out for 250 in an extended afternoon session after stubborn resistance from their lower order. Ashwin and Jadeja shared eight second-innings wickets to help India extend their record unbeaten run to 19 Tests, leaving them in prime form for a series against archrivals Australia later in February. Indian captain Virat Kohli, man of the match for his 204 in the first innings, paid tribute to Bangladesh for their fighting performance but made it clear that thoughts had already turned to Australia. "Everyone’s minds and hearts are on that series and we are keen to start the first Test," said Kohli. "Everyone is raring to go.… It’s a very big series for us." Australia, who are No2 in the Test rankings, land in Mumbai on Monday for a four-Test series against Kohli’s team, who are top ranked. Despite the comprehensive nature of the result, Bangladesh emerged with some credit for taking the on...
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