Ahead of the first Test match against Bangladesh, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir said his side "don't fear anyone" but have "respect for everyone." The two-match Test series between India and Bangladesh will kick off on September 19 at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Currently, Team India lead the WTC standings with a point percentage of 68.52. Their upcoming WTC series includes Bangladesh (two Tests, home), New Zealand (three Tests, home), and Australia (five Tests, away).
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Gambhir congratulated Bangladesh on their two-match Test series win against Pakistan.
He praised Najmul Hossain Shanto's side, calling them a quality team. "I have always believed that we don't fear anyone, but we respect everyone.