EXPLAINED: Why are India playing three pacers in the 1st Test against Bangladesh on a traditionally spin-friendly Chennai track
India’s decision to field three pacers in the first Test against Bangladesh at Chennai’s spin-friendly MA Chidambaram Stadium raised a few eyebrows. Both teams anticipated early help for fast bowlers. Bangladesh’s Hasan Mahmud confirmed this by claiming three wickets quickly, leaving India struggling at 34 for 3 within the first 10 overs.