India head coach Gautam Gambhir admitted that the country remains 'obsessed' with batters amid the rise of bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah.

Head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Virat Kohli's 183-run gem against Pakistan in the 2012 Asia Cup as the finest ODI inning by an Indian. India's chase of 329 was marked by Kohli's audacious shots and crucial partnership with Rohit Sharma,

Ahead of the first Test match against Bangladesh, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir said his side “don’t fear anyone” but have “respect for everyone.” The two-match Test series between India and Bangladesh will kick off on September 19 at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium.

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has suggested that the national team requires a stern coach like India's Gautam Gambhir to address their ongoing struggles. This recommendation came following Pakistan's recent 0-2 home Test series loss against Bangladesh.

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to field against India in an overcast Chennai on Thursday in the first of two Tests.

The India vs Bangladesh Test series is underway at the MA Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai. India have begun their new era under the head coach Gautam Gambhir and will look to mark the first Test of his tenure on a winning note.

India and Bangladesh for the 1st Test match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on September 19, Thursday. Find out all the live-streaming details of the much-anticipated contest.

India have a bumper Test season coming up with the Rohit Sharma-led side set to host New Zealand after the two Tests against Bangladesh.

In the upcoming Test series, Bangladesh's Nahid Rana, Mehidy Hasan, and Mushfiqur Rahim are key players who could pose a significant challenge to India, given their recent performances and form.