India vs West Indies 1st Test, Day 2: Talking Points

Yashasvi Jaiswal made a sensational debut in Test cricket as he brought up a well-deserved half-century on day two of the 1st Test in Dominica. Rohit Sharma notching up his 15th Test half-century as well. At lunch on Day 2, India had a solid score of 146 without losing any wickets, with Jaiswal on 62 and Sharma on 68. The opening duo went on to surpass the 150-run mark, setting a new record for the highest opening partnership for India in the West Indies, surpassing the previous record held by Jaffer and Sehwag.

In the second session, Jaiswal reached a remarkable milestone by becoming the 17th Indian and 114th cricketer overall to score a century on his debut Test. His partnership with Rohit Sharma also became the biggest opening partnership for India against the West Indies in Tests, reaching an impressive 229 runs.After reaching his century, Rohit Sharma fell victim to Alick Athanaze’s bowling, and West Indies successfully overturned the initial not out decision.

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Warrican also managed to dismiss Gill, picking up his first wicket and West Indies had their tail up. Jaiswal and Kohli went on to complete their 50-run partnership in 150 balls. During this time, Kohli surpassed Virender Sehwag to become the fifth-highest Test run-scorer for India. At stumps on Day 2, India finished with an impressive total of 312 for 2, with Jaiswal unbeaten on 143 and Kohli on 36. India holds a commanding lead of 162 runs over West Indies as they head into Day 3.

It was a remarkable day for Jaiswal on his debut, displaying his talent and composure at the highest level of the game. With Kohli’s milestone and the strong partnership between the two, India remains in a commanding position in the match. The upcoming days promise more excitement as both teams continue to battle it out on the field.