The Indian fast bowling trio comprising Ishant Sharma, Umesh Yadav, and Mohammed Shami ran through Bangladesh batting line-up as Virat Kohli and his men register a comprehensive victory by an innings and 130 runs over the visitors in the first Test of the two-match series at the Holkar Stadium on Saturday. 

Ishant said speaking with each other and sharing their plans was the reason behind their success while Shami said focusing on his length and executing it nicely helped him.

During the post-match presentation, Ishant said, “We always enjoy each other’s success, speak with each other and try and share our plans. It’s difficult to explain his (Shami’s) bowling renaissance, I have played quite a lot, I’m 31 (laughs), the bowling is taking a toll on my body, but I’m enjoying it, trying out different variations.”

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The next and final match between India and Bangladesh will be played at the iconic venue Kolkata Test. The next Test is even more important as it will be the first time when both sides play a Day-Night Test with the pink ball and Ishant felt he would need some tips from Shami for the upcoming game.

Ishant asked Shami, “Shami has played with the pink ball, need to ask him for a few tips.” Replying to the same, Shami said: “The more we get tired, the better fun we have. We push each other. We try to enjoy each other’s success. I bowl alongside Ishant and Umesh as well. That makes it easier for me. I focus on my length and have been able to execute as well.”

On the other hand, Umesh, who went on to scalp four wickets in the game felt knowing his strengths have helped him improve as a bowler.

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Umesh explained, “I try to maintain my strength. Earlier, the new ball was for pacers. But now we know our strengths. We try to take wickets with the ball and make it easier for spinners. I try to deliver whatever is expected of me.”