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India Dominates West Indies with Commanding First Innings
Shubman Gill Shines with 10th Test Century
Skipper Shubman Gill delivered a masterclass performance by hitting an unbeaten 129, propelling India’s total to a formidable 518-5 against the West Indies during the second Test on Saturday. On day two at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium, India capitalized on their strong start, building on their overnight score of 318-2.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Exit Stuns the Crowd
The hosts faced an early setback as Yashasvi Jaiswal, who resumed play at 175, fell soon after the opening day two sessions began. A miscommunication with Gill led to a run-out, much to the dismay of home fans who anticipated a double century from Jaiswal.
Gill’s Exemplary Batting Display
Emerging as the anchor, Gill exhibited exceptional skill with his impressive strokeplay, marking his 10th Test hundred with 16 fours and two sixes. His continuous form saw him register his fifth century this year against the West Indies, thrilling a packed stadium audience.
Strategic Partnerships Boost India’s Score
Gill’s partnership with both Dhruv Jurel and Nitish Kumar Reddy proved pivotal. Gill and Jurel amassed a commendable 102-run stand for the fifth wicket, featuring frequent boundaries that kept the momentum after the lunch interval. Jurel contributed a solid 44 runs before falling to a delivery by West Indies skipper Roston Chase.
- Shubman Gill – Unbeaten 129
- Dhruv Jurel – 44 runs
- Nitish Kumar Reddy – 43 runs
West Indies’ Challenges on the Field
As the West Indies bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, their fielding also saw moments of misfortune. An essential catch was dropped by Anderson Phillip, allowing Reddy to continue to 43 before being eventually dismissed by Jomel Warrican’s sharp left-arm spin.
West Indies’ Early Troubles in Their Innings
India’s dominance extended into the West Indies innings, with Sai Sudharsan taking an extraordinary catch to dismiss John Campbell at 10 runs off 25 balls. Sudharsan showcased remarkable reflexes, holding onto a catch that deflected off his neck and chest.
India Eyes Series Sweep
Opting to bat first, India is focused on securing a series sweep after their comprehensive victory in the first Test. Their robust performance in this innings has set them on a promising path towards achieving that goal.
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