Yashasvi Jaiswal Debut Century, Unbeaten 143, India Ahead in Dominica Test

Yashasvi Jaiswal Debut Century: The young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal made a lasting impact on his Test debut for India against the West Indies. On the second day of the first Test match in Dominica. Jaiswal made a remarkable unbeaten century. His magnificent knock, combined with captain Rohit Sharma solid contribution, propelled India to a commanding position in the game. Jaiswal’s patient innings of 143 runs, which included an impressive partnership of 229 runs with Sharma, steered India to a substantial lead of 162 runs by the end of the day’s play.

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Yashasvi Jaiswal Debut Century

• Jaiswal’s unbeaten 143 on Test debut drives India to a commanding position on Day 2 in Dominica.
• The left-handed opener forms a remarkable 229-run partnership with captain Rohit Sharma (103).
• India finishes the day at 312/2, establishing a lead of 162 runs.

Jaiswal’s Resolute Innings Shines in Steady Batting Display

Jaiswal showcases composure and determination in his measured knock.
Mumbai and Rajasthan Royals batter seizes the opportunity and converts a promising start into a substantial score.
Jaiswal’s century, scored off 215 deliveries, makes him the 17th Indian to achieve a hundred on Test debut.

Jaiswal’s Historic Feat and Emotional Tribute

Jaiswal becomes the first Indian to score a century on Test debut in the Caribbean.
He surpasses Mohammad Azharuddin’s record for facing the most deliveries by an Indian Test debutant.
In an emotional interview, Jaiswal thanks the selectors and Rohit Sharma for the opportunity.

West Indies Struggle to Break Opening Partnership

West Indies only takes two wickets on a slow Windsor Park pitch.
Alick Athanaze claims his maiden Test wicket by dismissing Rohit Sharma, ending the mammoth opening partnership.
Despite tight bowling and employing nine bowlers, West Indies finds it challenging to make breakthroughs.

Rohit Sharma’s Century and Subsequent Dismissal

Rohit Sharma reaches his 10th Test hundred, showcasing his class with a cover drive to the boundary.
He departs immediately after, getting caught off the glove by Alick Athanaze to wicketkeeper Joshua Da Silva.
Shubman Gill comes down the order at 3, falls for just 6 runs, caught by Athanaze at short second slip.

India’s Dominance and Kohli’s Support

India secures a first-innings lead without losing a wicket for the first time in a Test match.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli build an unbroken 72-run partnership, with Kohli contributing 36*.
Kohli plays a supporting role, allowing Jaiswal to take the lead with his historic debut century.

Conclusion

India ends Day 2 at 312/2, leading West Indies by 162 runs. West Indies first innings concludes at 150, with Alick Athanaze top-scoring with 47. Ravichandran Ashwin (5/60) and Ravindra Jadeja (3/26) shine with the ball for India.

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