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India is set to face Bangladesh in a two-match Test series starting Thursday in Chennai. The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, is preparing with intense training sessions ahead of the opening match.

The players, including Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and R Ashwin, have been practicing at Chepauk Stadium, with a focus on tackling Bangladesh's spin attack. The team practiced on pitches that offered bounce, preparing for both pace and spin challenges.

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India is likely to play three spinners and two pacers, given the Chennai pitch’s spin-friendly nature.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, enters the series after a successful tour of Pakistan, which will give them the much need boost of confidence. However, they will face a strong Indian team, especially in home conditions, where spin is expected to dominate.

This series will be important for both teams as they look to strengthen their standings in the World Test Championship. With the first Test match between India and Bangladesh approaching, The Sporting News takes a look at how you can watch the action between the two sides in India.

When does the 1st Test between India and Bangladesh start?

The first Test between India and Bangladesh will start from Thursday, September 19 onwards.

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Where will the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test match be played?

The first Test between India and Bangladesh will be played at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk in Chennai.

Which TV channels will telecast the 1st Test match between India and Bangladesh?

The 1st Test match between India and Bangladesh will be telecasted on Sports18 network.

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How to live stream the 1st Test match between India and Bangladesh on mobile and desktop?

The live stream for the first Test match between India and Bangladesh will be available on JioCinema app / website for free.

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Divy Dubey is a content producer for The Sporting News' India edition.