Virat Kohli’s Test Return in Chennai Falls Short: Dismissed for 6

Virat Kohli’s return to the Indian Test team began on a disappointing note as he was dismissed for just 6 runs in the first innings of the Chennai Test against Bangladesh.

First Innings Struggle: Kohli, who missed the England Test series due to the birth of his son, faced a challenging start. The star batter was dismissed by Hasan Mahmud, who made an early impact on day one, September 19, with a strong performance.

Pre-Match Expectations: Kohli was expected to play a crucial role in India’s upcoming 10-Test series against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and Australia. Despite a promising buildup and good form in net sessions, his return has not gone as planned.

Match Context: Kohli was brought into action early due to India’s early losses of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. He initially looked solid but was ultimately dismissed by a ball outside off-stump, caught by wicketkeeper Litton Das after a failed cover drive attempt.

Historical Context: This is the first time in 42 years that a team has chosen to field first after winning the toss in Chennai. The decision has so far benefited the visitors, as they have maintained a strong position.

Current Status: As of now, India has Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant at the crease, trying to stabilize the innings.