Every time you think he has suffered a knockout blow, the revival artist drags himself back on his feet and counterpunches.

Hardik Pandya's explosive unbeaten 39 off 16 balls, complemented by quick contributions from the top-order batters, guided India to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the T20I series opener.

Hardik Pandya once again proved his worth as an allrounder in T20 cricket by chipping in with a wicket and scoring an unbeaten quickfire of 39 off 16 balls.

India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, triumphed over Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the 1st T20I. Hardik Pandya’s impressive performance included 39 runs off 16 balls. Post-match, a warm embrace between Pandya and Yadav highlighted the team’s camaraderie.

India's Hardik Pandya blasted an unbeaten 39 off 16 balls to complete a modest chase and secure a thumping seven-wicket victory with nearly eight overs to spare in the first T20 International against Bangladesh on Sunday.

India vs Bangladesh 1st T20I: The first of the three match T20I series against Bangladesh was held yesterday i.e. on October 6 at New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior. In yesterday's match, Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian Cricket team defeated Nazmul Hossain Shanto-led Bangladesh team by 7 wickets.