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India tightened their grip on the first Test against West Indies as centuries from India’s star batters and all-rounder powered them to a commanding 448/5 at stumps on Day 2. With a 286-run lead on the board, the hosts are firmly in the driver’s seat, leaving an inexperienced West Indies side with a daunting challenge ahead.
A day of milestones for India
Day 2 at the 1st Test was all about India’s batting brilliance. The morning began with Shubman Gill and KL Rahul resuming the innings. Gill, who looked fluent, reached a well-made fifty but failed to convert it into a bigger score, falling soon after. His dismissal didn’t deter Rahul, who looked determined to anchor the innings.
Rahul went on to score his 11th Test century, his second against West Indies and first at home since 2016, ending a long wait for a three-figure score on Indian soil. His knock steadied India in the first session before he was eventually dismissed, but the platform had been set.
Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja take charge with stunning tons
With Rahul back in the pavilion, the momentum shifted towards India’s middle order. Wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel grabbed the spotlight with a remarkable innings of 125. Displaying maturity beyond his years, Jurel mixed patience with aggression, punishing loose deliveries while keeping the scoreboard ticking. His hundred, a maiden one in Test cricket, was greeted with thunderous applause from the crowd.
At the other end, Ravindra Jadeja played his role to perfection. Known for his resilience, Jadeja blended composure with classy stroke play to notch up an unbeaten 104. His century further underlined India’s depth and ensured that the West Indies bowlers were kept at bay throughout the day.
The partnership between Jurel and Jadeja not only frustrated the visitors but also cemented India’s dominance. By the time stumps were drawn, the duo had guided India into a commanding position that looks match-defining.
West Indies show glimpses but falter
The West Indies bowling attack had brief moments of discipline, creating occasional chances and drying up runs in patches. However, they struggled to sustain pressure for long periods. With the pitch flattening out and Indian batters making full use of the conditions, the visitors were left searching for breakthroughs.
The biggest challenge now lies ahead for the Caribbean side. Trailing by 286 runs on a surface already showing signs of assisting spinners, their batting will be put under stern examination on Day 3. With India’s bowlers raring to go, West Indies will need to summon immense grit to avoid falling behind further.
As things stand, India are in complete control. A declaration sometime on Day 3 could be on the cards, giving their bowlers ample time to dismantle the West Indies batting line-up. For the visitors, survival will be the first priority before thinking of making a contest out of it.
Here’s how fans reacted:
That’s Stumps on Day 2!
1⃣0⃣0⃣s from KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja ✅#TeamIndia with a massive lead of 286 runs 💪
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/MNXdZceTab#INDvWI | @IDFCFIRSTBank pic.twitter.com/cyPiBC6V4I
— BCCI (@BCCI) October 3, 2025
Indian team is lucky to have a cricketer like @imjadeja
— Sarang Bhalerao (@bhaleraosarang) October 3, 2025
Runs galore under the ☀️ kind of day 😎 pic.twitter.com/I2mNGI7Ru0
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) October 3, 2025
– Hundred by Jadeja.
– Hundred by Jurel.
– Hundred by Rahul.INDIA LEAD BY 286 RUNS IN THE FIRST INNINGS DURING DAY 2 STUMPS 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/ri7DKIZfTg
— pankaj meena (@pankajmeen75939) October 3, 2025
The West Indies are teaching everyone a valuable lesson. The longer you bowl, the less quickly you will lose.
— Iceland Cricket (@icelandcricket) October 3, 2025
𝐒𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐬𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, 𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐩! 🫡
Ravindra ‘Royal Navghan’ Jadeja carves his 6️⃣th Test 💯 with class and courage! 🙌
📸: BCCI | #PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/6POfDXiUpY
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) October 3, 2025
Summary of day 2
Jadeja 🤝 KL Rahul 🤝 Dhruv Jurel#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/GX21vYej9V
— Sarcasm (@sarcastic_us) October 3, 2025
This is Jaddu’s world and we are just living in it! 🛐🔥 #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/TQGWJR4FX3
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) October 3, 2025
A majestic display of batting brilliance in Ahmedabad 💯💯💯. KL Rahul’s elegance, Dhruv Jurel’s maiden Test century, and Ravindra Jadeja’s resilience lit up the stage. A blend of grit, artistry, and fearless spirit.@klrahul @dhruvjurel21 @imjadeja @BCCI
— Om Prakash Bakoria (@ombakoria) October 3, 2025
It’s another Ravindra Jadeja special in Test cricket 😄#INDvWI #cricket #1stTest pic.twitter.com/We7XKyfVEt
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 3, 2025
Jadeja is the perfect example for an all-rounder. Superb 💯 👏👏#RavindraJadeja #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/nQfeA8Pj6D
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) October 3, 2025
KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and now Jadeja with a masterful ton!
What a team effort — everyone is making their mark! 🙌❤️ #INDvsWI pic.twitter.com/eMtwHbqNXz
— MD Raju 🇮🇳 (@MDRaju_Live) October 3, 2025
“Hello, No. 1 Test All-Rounder speaking” 😎👑#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/VZ6MhGFKsP
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) October 3, 2025
THERE HUNDREDS IN AN INNINGS FOR TEAM INDIA’S IN 2025 TESTS:
In Leeds – Jaiswal, Gill, & Rishabh Pant.
In Manchester – Gill, Ravindra Jadeja & Sundar.
In Ahmedabad – Rahul, Dhruv Jurel & Jadeja*. pic.twitter.com/ome2N79alt— MANU. (@IMManu_18) October 3, 2025
Brilliant consistency with the bat from @imjadeja 👏
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 3, 2025
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