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India vs Bangladesh 1st T20I pitch report: Playing conditions in Gwalior, Dream 11 and more

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India's T20I series against Bangladesh is set to test a number of new players, as many of the regulars, including Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj, and Rishabh Pant, have been rested. This gives an opportunity for fresh faces like Mayank Yadav, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Kumar Reddy to make their mark on the international stage.

With Shakib Al Hasan retired from T20s, Bangladesh will look to Najmul Hossain Shanto for leadership. The series will be an opportunity for Bangladesh to regroup after a tough Test series.

India remains strong, with Suryakumar Yadav captaining and senior players like Hardik Pandya adding experience.

As India prepares for future T20s against South Africa, this series is crucial for players and IPL franchises assessing player retentions. Bangladesh will look to bounce back from recent struggles in the Test format.


Both teams will be eager to gain momentum and showcase their potential in this high-energy series.

India vs Bangladesh T20I: Pitch Report
The first match will be played in Gwalior at a brand-new venue-the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium, marking return of international cricket here after 14 years.

New stadium and a new pitch is expected to favor batting. With dew conditions likely to play a role, the team winning the toss may opt to bowl first.

Gwalior weather forecast
The weather forecast is promising for a great day of cricket. While the monsoon season persists, clear skies and warm conditions are expected during the match, as per AccuWeather, offering no disruptions.

India vs Ban: Head-to-head
India and Bangladesh have played a total of 13 matches in T20Is, with the Men in Blue having an edge over their neighbours after winning 12 games. Meanwhile the Tigers have managed to win just one match.

Dream 11 Team
Suggested lineup for Dream11 includes:
Wicketkeeper: Litton Das
Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, and Najmul Hossain Shanto
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nitish Kumar Reddy and Washington Sundar
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Mustafizur Rahman, and Ravi Bishnoi

Squads
Bangladesh T20I squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmud Ullah, Litton Das, Jaker Ali Anik, Mehidy Hassan Miraz, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Rakibul Hasan.

India's T20I squad: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Riyan Parag, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Mayank Yadav.

(With TOI inputs)
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