Chanderpaul, a veteran of 148 Tests, gave ample indications of the challenge he would pose to Indian bowlers. He remained unconquered on a nicely made 91 (11x4, 2x6), as the visitors raced to 333/4 at the Jadavpur University ground.

Giving Chanderpaul company at the stumps was Narsingh Deonarine (83; 10x4, 3x6), with the duo having added 170 runs for the fifth wicket on a low and slow surface, which eased as the day progressed.