India's Dominance: Jadeja, Jurel Shine as Hosts Dominate West Indies

In the first test match at Ahmedabad, India led by KL Rahul's century and a significant partnership between Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja, established a dominant lead against the West Indies. Jurel achieved his maiden century, while Jadeja continued with a hundred, taking India to a lead of 286 by the end of day two.

In a commanding display at Ahmedabad, India piled up 448 for five thanks to centuries from KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja, seizing control against West Indies during the opening test. Jurel's 125 marked his maiden test century, part of a significant 206-run partnership for the fifth wicket with Jadeja.

Jadeja's dynamic innings, including five sixes, led India to a substantial first-innings lead of 286. At day's end, Jadeja stood on 104 with Washington Sundar nine not out on the other end. The match started with India dismissing West Indies for 162 on Thursday, before accelerating their innings with fluent half-centuries from Shubman Gill and KL Rahul.

Despite losing his wicket after reaching a century, Rahul's efforts, alongside Jurel's aggressive play, placed India in a commanding position. Jadeja's late flourish, including a hundred and aggressive stroke play against Jomel Warrican, cemented India's strong footing as the game progressed.

(With inputs from agencies.)