Day 2 of the first Test between India and West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad sees India in a strong position after a dominant performance on Day 1. India will aim to build a substantial lead, capitalizing on their solid start.
On Day 1, India's bowlers, particularly Mohammed Siraj, dismantled the West Indies batting lineup, restricting them to a total of 162. Siraj's impressive spell of 4-40 and Jasprit Bumrah's three wickets showcased India's bowling strength. Kuldeep Yadav also contributed with a sensational delivery, further adding to the West Indies' woes. Only Justin Greaves offered some resistance for the West Indies, scoring 32. West Indies skipper, Roston Chase, won the toss and elected to bat first.
In response, India ended day 1 at 121/2. KL Rahul remained steady with a half-century, scoring 53 off 114 balls, while Shubman Gill was at 18 off 42. Yashasvi Jaiswal contributed a promising 36 before being dismissed.
Day 2 Updates:
KL Rahul and Shubman Gill resumed the innings on Day 2, looking to build a strong partnership. India has now taken the lead against West Indies in the first Test. The partnership between Gill and Rahul has crossed the 50-run mark. In the first 12 overs of Day 2, India scored 49 runs. KL Rahul is at 76 (155b, 10x4) and Shubman Gill is approaching his half-century, batting on 40 off 73 balls. India's lead stands at 12.
The weather forecast for Day 2 in Ahmedabad predicts mostly cloudy conditions with high humidity in the morning. There might be a brief spell of light rain around 4:30 PM, but overall, play should proceed as scheduled with only minor interruptions.
India vs West Indies Test series is a part of the 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship.
