India's Pacemen Dominate West Indies on Day One in Ahmedabad

India's seamers dominated as they reduced the West Indies to 162 in the first test in Ahmedabad. Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah claimed seven wickets, leading the host team's charge. India reached 121-2 by stumps with KL Rahul contributing a significant half-century.

In an impressive display of pace bowling, India's Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah dismantled the West Indies batting lineup, capturing seven wickets between them during the first test in Ahmedabad. The tourists were dismissed for 162, setting a challenging scenario on the opening day of the match.

By the time stumps were called, India had responded with 121-2, thanks in part to opener KL Rahul's half-century. Captain Shubman Gill supported at the other end as India trailed by 41 runs. The day witnessed a brief interruption due to unsavory weather conditions, but the hosts maintained their stride.

Siraj's aggressive spell continued post-lunch, securing crucial wickets, while Bumrah executed clean dismissals to strengthen India's position. The test also marked a turning point for India's squad under new captaincy, aiming to win the series and erase past disappointments.