The Indian cricket team continues its terrific form in the T20I format. It defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series on Sunday.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav was very pleased after his team executed their plans successfully, leading to a seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the opening T20I on Sunday.

The skipper seemed excited about the long-term prospects of having the country's fastest bowler Mayank Yadav fast-tracked into the international arena and another seam bowling all-rounder Nitish Reddy being inducted into the roster.

Abhishek Sharma, who made his T20I debut for India back in July 2024, showed his prowess with 125 runs from four innings that also included a ton. Abhishek, who had to move down the order to accomodate Yashasvi Jaiswal at the top,

Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and decided to bowl first. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mayank Yadav have been confirmed to make their India debut today.

Samson has previously opened the innings five times for India in T20Is, with a highest score of 77. “The second opener is Sanju Samson. He will play, and he will open in the series going forward,” said Suryakumar in the pre-match press conference.

For sure Mayank would like to bowl his full quota of overs, unleashing his 150km­ph-plus thunderbolts in each of the three games and remain fit throughout the series

Team India's T20I Skipper Suryakumar Yadav emphasized on the 'X' factor of the young pacer Mayank Yadav ahead of his much-awaited debut game against Bangladesh. Find out what all he had to say, only on Crictracker.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday revealed his side's opening pair for the 1st T20I against Bangladesh, a day ahead of the match.

Former India wicketkeeper batter Parthiv Patel showered praise on young fast bowler Mayank Yadav who made a remarkable debut against Bangladesh in the first T20 in Gwalior.