Team India are set to take on Bangladesh in a highly anticipated three-match T20I series, beginning on October 6 at the New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior. This follows India’s commanding performance in the recently concluded two-match Test series, where they secured a dominant 2-0 whitewash. As the hosts aim to carry forward their winning momentum, Bangladesh will be eager to bounce back and make a statement in the shortest format of the game.

IND vs BAN: Head-to-Head Records in T20

Matches played: 14 | India won: 13 | Bangladesh won: 1 | Draw: 0

IND vs BAN: Madhavrao Scindia cricket stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at the New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior is traditionally known to Favor batters, offering plenty of opportunities for high scores. However, bowlers, especially pacers, may also find some assistance early on with the new ball, particularly under lights. The outfield is typically fast, which will further aid the batters in converting well-timed shots into boundaries, making run-scoring easier.

Given these conditions, the team winning the toss might opt to bowl first. The pitch tends to become more favorable for batting as the game progresses, offering a significant advantage to the side chasing a target. With a quick outfield and consistent bounce, chasing teams often find it easier to pace their innings, making toss decisions crucial in determining the outcome of the match.

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IND vs BAN: Gwalior weather forecast

The first T20I between India and Bangladesh at the Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior is set to unfold under clear skies, ensuring perfect conditions for an exciting contest. Unlike matches often disrupted by weather, no rain is forecasted, guaranteeing uninterrupted play.

Temperatures are expected to soar to around 30°C, creating a hot day that could challenge the endurance of the players. With humidity levels at a muggy 62%, players may struggle with stamina, and bowlers could face difficulty maintaining a solid grip as the game wears on. Additionally, a steady breeze of approximately 11 km/h will sweep across the ground, which might offer some respite from the heat but could also influence play, particularly in the field.

IND vs BAN 2024: Predicted XI of both teams for the 1st T20I

India: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag, Tilak Verma, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana.

Bangladesh: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mahmud Ullah, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hassan Miraz, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman.

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