"Top Indian players to watch in the IND vs BAN Test series 2024. Key insights into Axar Patel, Bumrah, Jaiswal, Ashwin, and Jadeja for India team."
The Indian cricket team is ready to return to action after a month-long break and is hosting Bangladesh in a two-match Test series. The first match starts on September 19 in Chennai while the other one will take place on September 27 in Kanpur. These matches are part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025, which makes it important to both groups as they aim to make their way up WTC points table.
While Bangladesh will enter this series with gained confidence after winning their first-ever test series against Pakistan, India remains a favorite by far. After key players coming back into training squad, they will be looking forward to an unprecedented dominance at home grounds. Moreover, there are expectations that pitches across India may favor spin bowlers thus giving more chances again Indians winning this time around.
1. Axar Patel
Axar Patel is such an important part of the Indian Test team, that it is difficult to think about it without him. In addition to his deadly accuracy and addition as a batter he has become a reliable all-rounder who can be depended upon for his depth in batting. As a third spinner which favours spin in Chennai and Kanpur, Axar has an important role to play against Bangladesh during these upcoming two Tests. Lately he has done exceptionally with both bat and ball.
Key Stats:
Matches: 13
Wickets: 47
Bowling Average: 16.34
Five-wicket Hauls: 5
Batting Average: 53.71
2. Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah, who leads Indians bowling attack, will exploit the batting order during this match series against Bangladesh. Known for generating reverse swing as well as bowling precise yorkers under any conditions does make him a threat come rain or shine.Hence watching him play Test match becomes inevitable because of his remarkable statistics as well as consistency.
Key Stats:
Matches: 36
Wickets: 159
Bowling Average: 20.70
Best Bowling Figures: 6/27
Five-wicket Hauls: 10
3. Yashasvi Jaiswal
Yashasvi Jaiswal made an unprecedented impact during home series against England where he scored over 700 runs including two double centuries.The southpaw intends to maintain his aggressive way of batting during the games against Bangladesh.Hence his attacking approach together with his thirst for runs makes him one such player who we should keep a close eye on throughout this series.
Key Stats:
Matches: 9
Runs: 1028
Batting Average: 68.53
Centuries: 3
4. Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin is a master of spin in Indian conditions.In this context where the series will be played on spin-friendly surfaces,both experience and skill make Ashwin a formidable challenge for Bangladesh.Besides being able to influence game with his bowling he also adds value by making significant runs using the bat particularly during crucial stages.
Key Stats:
Matches: 100
Wickets: 516
Best Bowling Figures: 7/59
Runs: 3129
Batting Average: 27.28
Centuries: 5
Half-centuries: 13
5. Ravindra Jadeja
Ranked as the No. 1 Test all-rounder in the world, Ravindra Jadeja is a three-dimensional threat. His spin bowling, especially in home conditions, can be as dangerous as Ashwin's. Additionally, his batting has been a huge asset for India in recent years, often rescuing the team from tough situations.
Key Stats:
Matches: 67
Wickets: 265
Best Bowling Figures: 7/48
Runs: 2804
Batting Average: 36.08
As India gears up to host Bangladesh for this exciting Test series, these five Indian stars are expected to play pivotal roles. From Bumrah’s fiery pace to Jaiswal’s blistering batting, there’s plenty to look forward to. The return of key players like Axar, Ashwin, and Jadeja, coupled with home conditions, makes India the favorites.
