India almost perfect batting performance First day of the second test against West Indies At Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Opting to bat first on a true surface, India ended the first day strongly at 318/2 Yashasvi Jaiswal173 runs unbeaten and Sai SudarshanThe duo put on a huge partnership of 193 runs for the second wicket, which dealt a blow to West Indies’ weak bowling unit, which had been toiling for long periods without much success. India’s impressive start has already put them in a strong position in the five-day contest.
IND vs WI: Yashasvi Jaiswal’s marathon innings started India’s innings.
Jaiswal once again proved why he is being hailed as India’s next big Test batting star. The left-handed batsman displayed supreme flair and accuracy and converted his excellent start into a brilliant innings of 173 not out off 253 balls with the help of 22 fours. After initial partnership with KL RahulJaiswal took charge after lunch and systematically dismantled both pace and spin. His control against left arm spin jomel warrican And Well dear Was particularly impressive, playing late, rotating strikes with ease and pouncing wide.
Reaching his century off 145 balls, Jaiswal increased the pace as the day progressed, punishing any short or wide. His hunger for big runs was clearly visible, he scored 150 runs in 224 balls. Unfazed by the new ball at the end of the day, Jaiswal took India past 300 under his captaincy. Shubman Gill at the other extreme. His innings was a blend of patience, power and poise, the hallmark of a top-order batsman maturing into a Test specialist.
IND vs WI: Sai Sudarshan’s composure complements classy Jaiswal as India take hold
If Jaiswal was aggressive, Sudarshan played the right role by being calm, composed and controlled. This young player from Tamil Nadu showed amazing composure in his first major home Test innings and scored 87 runs in 165 balls. After Rahul was out for 58, Sudarshan took an aggressive approach and blunted the West Indies attack with sharp footwork and clear defensive planning. His 12 boundaries were testament to his timing and placement, especially in the off-side.
The stand of the pair not only saved India from early panic but also completely frustrated the visitors. Their 193-run stand, built on patience and accuracy, took India from 58/1 to 251/2 before he was trapped LBW by Sudarshan Warrican. The scoreboard read 318/2 at stumps, with Gill steady on 20 and Jaiswal looking towards a double century. For the West Indies, Warrican’s two wickets were the only ray of hope on a disappointing day where their bowlers failed to find rhythm or reverse swing. Meanwhile, India ended the day in complete control, ready to dictate terms for the second day.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Another big score from Yashasvi Jaiswal. This guy is the best left handed opener in test cricket at the moment. The numbers suggest so.
– Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) 10 October 2025
Yashasvi Jaiswal keeps scoring 💯 in tests. His commitment to the game should be a lesson to all youngsters playing the game.
– Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) 10 October 2025
🇮🇳 And Yashasvi’s performance = today’s date 😌
– Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) 10 October 2025
A masterclass in control, timing and flair.
Sai Sudarshan shines with his batting performance!#playbold #নমমRCB #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/bUgVCoPei5
– Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) 10 October 2025
Not a ton, but a ton of promises🌟🫡
: @bcci
Sai Sudarshan #PlayWithFire , #INDvWI pic.twitter.com/aV1r6ZMWRe
– Sunrisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) 10 October 2025
A few days ago, Sai Sudarshan was seen working on his batting technique with Shubman Gill, today he has played an amazing innings here.
Not a single false shot was played by him – 87(165).
He needed it very much!#saisudarshan #shubhmangil #INDvWI #INDvsWI pic.twitter.com/1oWnNtEOhu
-Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) 10 October 2025
Test fifty number 2 for Sai Sudarshan 👏💙#INDvWI pic.twitter.com/VlKd0Oj7VB
– KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) 10 October 2025
Frankly speaking, Yashasvi Jaiswal is the only player who truly deserves to play for India in all formats at present. pic.twitter.com/OVC0azjNsX
– Kevin (@imkevin149) 10 October 2025
150+ vs Australia.
200+ vs England.
200+ vs England.
150+ vs West Indies.
150+ vs West Indies.They all should learn from Yashasvi Jaiswal how to make it bigger and bigger in Test cricket pic.twitter.com/J8zM94A9Kw
– Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) 10 October 2025
Strong opening day for Team India.
Scorecard 👉 https://t.co/4elRvCh7V3#Cricket #INDvWI #YashSweejayYaswal pic.twitter.com/JqVjAtWdxe
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 10 October 2025
