Ravichandran Ashwin came to India's rescue on the first day of the opening Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. With India struggling at 144 for six, Ashwin's stellar batting, including an impressive cut shot,

India head coach Gautam Gambhir was in awe after Ravichandran Ashwin slapped a delivery from Nahid Rana for a four through point. Gambhirs reaction to Ashwins cracking cut short has gone viral.

Ashwin received cheers from the crowd for his crucial knock on his home ground, playing a vital role in rescuing India from a difficult situation.

Ashwin came up with a solid innings which included some awe-inspiring selection of shots that elicited nods of approval among the partisan crowd and the Indian head coach.