India Demolishes Windies! Innings Victory Shocks Cricket World!
India delivered a dominant performance, crushing the West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in the first Test at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match, part of the West Indies tour of India in 2025, saw India assert their dominance from start to finish, securing victory well inside three days.
Indian Batting Prowess on Full Display
India's batting lineup fired on all cylinders, with KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja continuing their impressive form from the England tour. Dhruv Jurel seized his opportunity in Rishabh Pant's absence, crafting a composed maiden century. India declared at 448-5, a commanding lead of 286 runs.
Jadeja Shines with Bat and Ball
Ravindra Jadeja was the star of the show, earning the Player of the Match award for his outstanding all-round performance. He scored an unbeaten 104 and also took 4-54 with his spin bowling, dismantling the West Indies batting lineup. Jadeja emphasized his hard work during the off-season, focusing on fitness and skills development at the Centre of Excellence in Bangalore.
West Indies Struggle to Compete
The West Indies faced another forgettable outing, struggling with both bat and ball. Their first innings total of 162 was insufficient, and they were eventually bundled out for 146 in their second innings. Alick Athanaze offered some resistance with a score of 38, but the rest of the batting order collapsed under pressure.
- Mohammed Siraj led the Indian bowling attack with 7 wickets in the match.
- Kuldeep Yadav wrapped up the match, contributing to the West Indies' downfall.
- The West Indies have not won a Test series in India since 1994.
India's captain, Shubman Gill, praised his team's performance, highlighting the three centuries scored and the excellent fielding. He also acknowledged the strength of India's spin bowling attack, making them a formidable force in home conditions.
The West Indies will need a significant turnaround to be competitive in the upcoming Test in Delhi. Their batting woes continue after a recent series loss at home to Australia, including being bowled out for a paltry 27 in one match.