Post by : Layla Badr
Ahmedabad – After nearly a decade, India opener KL Rahul finally celebrated a home Test century on Friday, anchoring India’s innings against the West Indies in the first Test at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Rahul reached triple figures in 190 balls, smashing 12 boundaries to bring up his eleventh Test hundred and only his second at home since a memorable 199 against England in Chennai in December 2016.
The day started with Rahul and captain Shubman Gill taking charge after West Indies were bundled out for 162 on Day 1. Rahul immediately set the tone, scoring two boundaries in the first over bowled by Jayden Seales. Despite tight bowling from the visitors in the next few overs, the pair steadily built India’s innings, easing pressure with timely boundaries off Justin Greaves in his 46th over.
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India crossed the 150-run mark in a session marked by crisp strokeplay from both batters. Gill, continuing his impressive form from England, registered his eighth Test fifty in 94 balls, striking five boundaries. However, his attempt at a reverse sweep backfired, resulting in his dismissal for 50. The 98-run partnership was broken, leaving India at 188/3.
Newcomer Dhruv Jurel joined Rahul at the crease, and together they guided India past the 200-run milestone. Rahul reached his long-awaited home century with a single off Roston Chase, ending a nine-year wait. Jurel showcased his elegance with a classy off-drive to finish the session on a confident note.
Earlier, West Indies’ innings was dominated by Mohammed Siraj, who claimed four wickets, and Jasprit Bumrah, who chipped in with three, as Justin Greaves top-scored for the visitors with 32 runs in 48 balls.
With Rahul’s century and a solid start from Jurel, India is now firmly in control, setting the stage for a competitive Test as the contest heads into Day 3.
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