How Did West Indies Reach 26/1 at Tea After India's Declaration on 518/5?
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Synopsis
In an intense second Test match at Arun Jaitley Stadium, West Indies ended Day 2's tea break at 26/1, facing a daunting 492-run deficit after India's declaration. Captain Shubman Gill's remarkable century set the stage for a challenging afternoon for the visitors. Will the West Indies find their rhythm and respond effectively?
Key Takeaways
- West Indies at 26/1, trailing by 492 runs.
- India declared at 518/5 with Shubman Gill scoring 129 not out.
- Jadeja dismissed Campbell in a bizarre manner.
- Strong partnerships are crucial for the West Indies moving forward.
- Gill's century marks a significant achievement as India's captain.
New Delhi, Oct 11 (NationPress) Ravindra Jadeja claimed the wicket of John Campbell, leaving the West Indies at 26/1 after 11 overs during the tea break on Day 2 of the second and final Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The West Indies are currently trailing India by 492 runs, following India's declaration at a robust 518/5, with captain Shubman Gill not out on 129. This marks his tenth century in Tests and fifth of 2025, showcasing his impressive form.
Post declaration, the West Indies displayed initial composure as Campbell and Tagenarine Chanderpaul tackled the early swing and low bounce from Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Campbell struck a couple of boundaries but was dismissed in an unusual manner for just eight runs, with B Sai Sudharsan making a sharp catch at forward short leg after the ball struck his helmet. Although Sudharsan had to leave for treatment, Chanderpaul (13 not out) and Alick Athanaze (two not out) held their ground before the tea break.
With only 32 overs left in the day, the West Indies must create strong partnerships to counter India's potent bowling unit. Earlier, Gill commenced his innings with 20 and delivered a spectacular performance filled with elegance, striking 16 fours and two sixes in his unbeaten 129 runs—his first Test century as India's home captain.
His innings gained momentum post-lunch, forming a 102-run partnership with wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel. Gill reached his century in 177 balls with a well-placed three off Khary Pierre, acknowledging the lively crowd of 15,700 in New Delhi.
Jurel showcased his ability to read the length quickly, surviving a close call at 39 before being bowled for 44 by Roston Chase on a delivery that kept low.
After achieving his century, Gill shifted gears, hitting a six off Chase and several boundaries, ultimately deciding to declare the innings immediately following Jurel’s dismissal, thus setting the stage for the West Indies’ batting test. Currently, they find themselves significantly behind, and it will be intriguing to see if they can mount a challenge in the final session.
Brief Scores: India 518/5 in 134.2 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175, Shubman Gill 129 not out; Jomel Warrican 3-98, Roston Chase 1-83) lead West Indies 26/1 in 11 overs (Tagenarine Chanderpaul 13 not out; Ravindra Jadeja 1-5) by 492 runs
Point of View
I observe that the West Indies face a significant challenge in this Test match against a dominant Indian side. With India’s strong batting performance and formidable bowling lineup, the visitors must regroup and strategize effectively to present a competitive front in the remaining sessions.
NationPress
12/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's score when they declared?
India declared their first innings at 518/5.
Who is the highest scorer for India in this match?
Yashasvi Jaiswal is the highest scorer for India with 175 runs.
How many runs does West Indies need to win?
West Indies need 493 runs to win the match.
Where is the match being held?
The match is being held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
Who took the wicket of John Campbell?
Ravindra Jadeja took the wicket of John Campbell.
