Sudharsan Praises Jaiswal’s Stellar Performance as India Dominates West Indies Test
India’s Commanding Start: Jaiswal and Sudharsan Shine in Second Test Against West Indies
India took a commanding position at the end of day one of the second Test against the West Indies in Delhi, closing the day at 318-2. Captain Shubman Gill finally won a toss after seven attempts and opted to bat first on the sluggish pitch of Feroz Shah Kotla. Yashasvi Jaiswal led India’s batting dominance with an unbeaten 173, supported by Sai Sudharsan’s 87, putting the team in a formidable position.
Jaiswal’s Spectacular Performance
Yashasvi Jaiswal continued to enhance his reputation as one of the brightest talents in cricket with a sensational innings. Achieving his seventh Test century, Jaiswal established himself among the elite, equalling Graeme Smith’s record for the most Test centuries by an opener before turning 24. In addition, this innings marked the fifth time in seven hundreds that he surpassed 150 runs, a feat only surpassed by the legendary Don Bradman before reaching 24.
Sudharsan’s Impressive Contribution
Batting at number three, Sai Sudharsan complimented Jaiswal’s effort with a composed 87 before being trapped lbw by Jomel Warrican. Commenting on his performance, Sudharsan expressed satisfaction with his contribution, stating, “I was not thinking about getting runs; I was more free and expressed myself better in this innings. I’m grateful for what I’ve done today.”
Key Performance Statistics
| Player | Score | Key Contributions |
|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 173* (unbeaten) | Fifth time scoring over 150 in seven hundreds |
| Sai Sudharsan | 87 | Key support to Jaiswal, contributing to a strong partnership |
| KL Rahul | 38 | Stumped off a sharp-turning delivery |
Jaiswal Inspires with His Shot Selection
Sudharsan praised Jaiswal’s game, highlighting how it inspired him to improve his own shot selection. “It’s fascinating and thrilling to watch him from the other end. He plays exciting shots and converts many deliveries into boundaries. He’s making me more aware of the shots available to play,” Sudharsan noted.
With such formidable performances from its young batsmen, India’s prospects look promising as the Test progresses, aiming for a series-clinching victory against the West Indies.
