How did centuries by Rahul, Jurel, and Jadeja propel India to 448/5 against the West Indies?
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Synopsis
In a compelling display of batting prowess, India dominated the West Indies on Day Two of the 1st Test, led by centuries from Rahul, Jurel, and Jadeja. As the match progresses, India's commanding position raises questions about the West Indies' ability to bounce back. Can they turn the tide in this gripping contest?
Key Takeaways
- India scored 448/5 at stumps on Day Two.
- Centuries were scored by KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja.
- India has a lead of 286 runs over the West Indies.
- Jurel scored his maiden Test century.
- Jadeja's century marks his sixth in Test cricket.
Ahmedabad, Oct 3 (NationPress) With remarkable centuries from KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja, India has further compounded the West Indies' struggles, finishing at 448/5 in 128 overs and extending their lead to a formidable 286 runs at the close of Day Two at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Friday.
As the West Indies faced difficulties in breaking through, India has firmly established control as they head into Day Three. The final session was dominated by India, who scored 122 runs in 32 overs, with Jurel celebrating his first Test century and Jadeja notching his sixth in the format.
The pivotal moment was the 206-run partnership for the fifth wicket, and although Jurel was dismissed late in the day—edging a drive to the wicketkeeper off Khary Pierre for 125—Jadeja remained unbeaten on 104, set to resume on Day Three alongside Washington Sundar, who is not out on nine.
India's final session added 122 runs in 32 overs, showcasing Jurel and Jadeja's effective partnership as the West Indies struggled to find wicket-taking opportunities. The session began slowly, with the West Indies failing to capitalize on the second new ball, while India remained cautious.
Jadeja ended the boundary drought by driving Justin Greaves for four, followed by Jurel who found boundaries with a drive, pull, and flick off both Greaves and Pierre. Jurel then flicked through mid-wicket for a boundary off Roston Chase to reach his maiden Test hundred. He later shifted gears, hitting Jomel Warrican for three fours and a six before falling for 125, marking Pierre’s first Test wicket.
Meanwhile, Jadeja danced down the pitch to hit Warrican for six, eventually securing his second century in the last three Tests, highlighting his ongoing excellent form in this format. With India’s lead extending and more batting to come—including seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy—India remains in a strong position, while the West Indies face a challenging uphill battle.
Brief scores:
West Indies 162 trail India 448/5 in 128 overs (Dhruv Jurel 125, Ravindra Jadeja 104 not out; Roston Chase 2-90, Jayden Seales 1-53) by 286 runs
Point of View
It is evident that India's strong performance has put them in a dominant position in this match. The skillful centuries from their key players not only demonstrate their batting depth but also set a challenging target for the West Indies. The upcoming days will be crucial, and it remains to be seen if the West Indies can rise to the occasion in this high-stakes contest.
NationPress
18/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's score at the end of Day Two?
India finished Day Two at 448/5.
Who scored centuries for India?
KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja scored centuries.
What is India's lead over the West Indies?
India leads by 286 runs.
Where is the match being held?
The match is being held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
When did the match take place?
The match took place on October 3.
