Rohit, in a casual gesture, playfully tapped Gill on the jaw. The young opener appeared amused, but it was Virat Kohli‘s quick-witted remark that made the moment even funnier.
Virat, noticing the cameras capturing the scene, jokingly reminded Rohit. This remark caught everyone’s attention, and in seconds, laughter erupted among the players, including head coach Gautam Gambhir, easing any tension and showcasing the camaraderie within the team.
The scene became a viral highlight, capturing the lighter side of cricket, where even in serious situations, the players know how to enjoy themselves and lift each other’s spirits.
Talking about the match, India concluded the second day of the first Test against Bangladesh in a commanding position, reaching 81 for three at stumps in their second innings.
This extended their overall lead to an impressive 308 runs. Gill remained unbeaten on 33, while Rishabh Pant was not out on 12 when play ended for the day.
Earlier, Bangladesh struggled in their first innings, managing only 149 runs before being bowled out. This gave India a substantial first-innings lead of 227 runs. The visitors’ innings lasted a mere 47.1 overs in response to India’s first-innings total of 376.
Jasprit Bumrah, India’s pace spearhead, was the standout bowler, claiming four wickets while conceding just 50 runs.
His performance played a crucial role in restricting Bangladesh to a low total and putting India in a strong position heading into the third day of the Test match.