IND vs WI Highlights, 2nd Test Match Day 1: Yashasvi Jaiswal dominates with 173 not out; India reach 318/2 at stumps
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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Oct 11, 2025, 07:00:35 IST
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IND vs WI Highlights, 2nd Test Match Day 1: Yashasvi Jaiswal dominates with 173 not out; India reach 318/2 at stumps

IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Match Day 1: India reached 94 for 1 at lunch on day one of the second Test against the West Indies, with Yashasvi Jaiswal (40*) and Sai Sudharsan (16*) at the crease.

KL Rahul started confidently, showcasing his touch with a mix of aggression and control. He had earlier smashed a six over deep mid-wicket off spinner Khary Pierre and punctuated his innings with stylish backfoot punches through covers. However, Rahul fell for 38 to a brilliant delivery from left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican. Anticipating Rahul would come down the track, Warrican pulled the length back, and Rahul’s dab turned sharply, beating his outside edge. Wicketkeeper Tevin Imlach completed a clean stumping.

The opening partnership had contributed 58 runs, providing India with a solid foundation.

Jaiswal, who had been dismissed cheaply in the previous Test, played with poise and technique. He defended deliveries outside off-stump and played selective drives, gradually accelerating as he got set. His straight drive off Anderson Phillip and a perfectly timed steer between gully and point underlined his class. He also attacked the spinners, notably executing a full-blooded sweep off Roston Chase.

Sudharsan complemented Jaiswal with three crisp boundaries, including an eye-catching on-drive and square cut, showing intent while keeping control. The Indian pair ensured the scoreboard ticked steadily, negating the West Indies bowlers’ efforts on a track conducive to batting. India’s start provided a platform for building a substantial first-innings total in the second Test.

Playing XIs:

India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

West Indies: John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase (c), Tevin Imlach (w), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales
09:11 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: Two changes for Windies
West Indies Playing XI: John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope, Roston Chase (c), Tevin Imlach (w), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales
09:10 (IST) Oct 10
India vs West Indies Live Score: India XI
India Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (c), Dhruv Jurel (w), Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
09:09 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score: Windies captain at toss
"We were batting first as well, the pitch looks dry, so not too worried. We've had some big discussions as a batting group, look to bat the whole day, the entire 90 overs. Look to bat consistently - two changes for uus, Brandon King and Johann Layne out, Anderson Phillip and Tevim Imlach in - he's from Guyana and is used to these sort of surfaces." - Roston Chase
09:07 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: 'Same team'
"We will bat first, the wicket looks good to bat on Day 1. Just want to stay consistent and repeating the performance from the previous match is what I'm looking for. Not much, I'm the same person, more responsibility and I love it. Same team for us." - India captain Shubman Gill after winning the toss
09:03 (IST) Oct 10
India vs West Indies Live Score: TOSS TIME! India opt to bat
India skipper Shubman Gill wins the toss, opts to bat against West Indies in Delhi.

It is the first time Gill has won the toss as Test captain for India.
08:52 (IST) Oct 10
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08:41 (IST) Oct 10
The concern, long whispered since the Gill-Gambhir era began, has now been voiced more openly. India’s newly appointed Test and ODI captain, Shubman Gill, has demonstrated his own leadership style by candidly acknowledging the challenges of cross-format fatigue amid the relentless pressures of international cricket.

It remains early in Gill’s tenure, but the demands on all-format players are increasingly rare in today’s packed schedule. With the leadership influence of veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli largely reduced, and the BCCI signaling a preference for a single all-format captain — Gill also serves as T20I vice-captain — the risk of burnout is real.
08:29 (IST) Oct 10
Can a one-sided Test series still generate compelling storylines to hold dwindling spectator interest? Or will the relentless chase for World Test Championship points further strip context and excitement from a format already fighting for relevance?

This is the backdrop as the Feroz Shah Kotla gears up for Round Two of the India-West Indies series starting Friday. After Ahmedabad delivered a rather uninspiring display of India’s dominance and a nervy Windies squad, expectations remain muted.

For the visitors, any hope of a contest would require nothing short of heroic feats from a dispirited and beleaguered team that has struggled to justify its place on the global stage. On the other hand, India would have to underperform or experiment drastically—a scenario that seems unlikely given the WTC points at stake.
08:18 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score: No immediate plans for Prasidh Krishna
Gill clarified that India is not currently considering a specialist third pacer, meaning Prasidh Krishna will have to wait for his opportunity.

“As of now, we want to play our strongest eleven,” he said, stressing the importance of securing victories in the World Test Championship to qualify for the final.

The skipper indicated that team selection would remain focused on fielding the best possible lineup at any given stage, with opportunities for others like Prasidh dependent on form, injuries, or specific match situations.
08:09 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: Nitish Kumar Reddy could move up the order
All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy did not get a chance to bat high up in the first Test, with Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja scoring centuries at No.5 and No.6.

Gill noted that Reddy’s potential is being closely monitored, with the possibility of promotion depending on match situations.

“We want to give him as much game time, especially in India, and develop him,” Gill said.

The team management aims to balance player development with match strategy, ensuring that promising youngsters gain exposure without compromising the team’s performance.
07:48 (IST) Oct 10
India vs West Indies Live Score: Backing young talent
The Indian skipper expressed strong support for young batsman Sai Sudharsan, describing him as a player still figuring out his game.

Gill emphasised the importance of giving young talent ample opportunities to develop.

“Once you have given someone enough matches, six, seven, eight matches, then you can sit back and think over where he needs to learn,” he said.

Sudharsan, backed by both Gill and assistant coach Ryan Ten Doeschate, is expected to remain in India’s No.3 slot for the foreseeable future, highlighting the team’s commitment to nurturing emerging players.
07:34 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score: Maintaining intensity regardless of opposition
Gill insisted that India’s intensity on the field does not waver based on the quality of opposition.

“It doesn’t matter who we are playing. We want to be able to play at our own intensity and we want to win,” he said.

According to Gill, representing India carries its own motivation, and the team aims to maintain consistent standards regardless of the opponent.

This mindset reflects the culture of excellence within the Indian dressing room, where focus is on executing their game plan rather than relying on external factors to inspire performance.
07:21 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: Strong Test base ensures success in ODIs and T20s
Indian captain Shubman Gill emphasised that a cricketing set-up built on Test excellence naturally produces competitive ODI and T20 sides.

Speaking ahead of the second Test against the West Indies, Gill sidestepped the debate on a two-tier system in Tests, highlighting the importance of a robust red-ball foundation.

“If your red-ball base is very strong, then you automatically do well in ODIs and T20s,” he said, citing teams like England and Australia.

The Indian skipper stressed that focusing on T20 leagues over the traditional format can lead to struggles, implicitly referencing the decline in Caribbean cricket over recent decades.
07:02 (IST) Oct 10
India vs West Indies Live Score: SQUADS!
India: Shubman Gill (Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel (Wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Axar Patel, Narayan Jagadeesan (wk), Devdutt Padikkal.

West Indies: Roston Chase (Captain), Teganarine Chanderpaul, John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Johann Layne, Justin Greaves, Kharry Pierre, Shai Hope, Jayden Seals, Jamel Warrican, Kevlon Anderson, Jediah Blades, Tevin Imlach, Anderson Phillip.
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06:35 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score: Inevitable outcome and series implications
With the contrasting trajectories of the teams, Team India enters the second Test high on confidence, aiming to solidify their World Test Championship standing.

The West Indies’ decline suggests another rapid Indian victory, possibly within three days.

The Kotla pitch, offering good value for shots, favours India’s powerful batting, while West Indies’ attack looks limited beyond Jayden Seals.

Beyond the numbers, the match underscores India’s focus, purpose, and depth versus the Caribbean team’s lack of belief and direction, reinforcing the perception that the hosts are poised for another commanding performance in this two-Test series.
06:34 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: Sudharsan faces reality check
Sai Sudharsan’s recent failures — six low scores in seven innings — present a crucial test for the young batter. While he has the backing of skipper Shubman Gill, the pressure to perform in red-ball cricket intensifies, especially with other players waiting in the wings.

Contrastingly, his teammates have excelled, with centuries from Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja and solid contributions from KL Rahul and Gill.

The Indian management will monitor Sudharsan’s response, balancing patience with the need for performance, as they aim to nurture his potential for a long-term role in India’s Test setup.
06:33 (IST) Oct 10
India vs West Indies Live Score: Pitch and conditions favour India
The Feroz Shah Kotla surface promises another quick finish, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate noting a “dry patch” conducive for seamers.

This strengthens Nitish Kumar Reddy’s role as a seam-bowling all-rounder in the playing XI.

India’s batting, featuring in-form KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Dhruv Jurel, and Ravindra Jadeja, remains secure and capable of exploiting the Kotla track.

If India bat first, the top order is expected to dominate a largely underwhelming West Indies bowling attack, where only Jayden Seals impressed in the previous Test, setting the stage for another potentially short, one-sided contest.
06:32 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score: West Indies in crisis
The West Indies side presents a stark contrast to India. Once a dominant force in Test cricket, the team now struggles for relevance in the longest format.

Their lineup features reluctant players, some of whom might not attract T20 league contracts.

A crushing innings defeat in Ahmedabad highlighted their current vulnerability.

Head coach Darren Sammy described the decline as “a terminal disease” with little hope for an immediate cure.

Even with informal guidance from legends like Sir Vivian Richards, Sir Richie Richardson, and Brian Lara, the Caribbean team appears adrift, lacking direction, confidence, and belief in their ability to compete against top sides.
06:31 (IST) Oct 10
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Day 1: Sudharsan and Nitish under the lens
India will focus on assessing Sai Sudharsan’s temperament and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s utility in home conditions when they take on a struggling West Indies side in the second Test starting today.

While Sudharsan has faltered recently, scoring just one good knock in seven innings, Nitish’s all-round skills remain crucial on a pitch favouring seamers.

India’s deep batting line-up and experienced squad give them the edge, but the management is keen to see if Sudharsan can rediscover form and if Nitish can continue developing as a seam-bowling all-rounder, providing balance to the side for future challenges.
IND vs WI Live Score, 2nd Test Match Day 1: India made a cautious start on day one of the second Test against the West Indies, reaching 94 for 1 at lunch, with Yashasvi Jaiswal (40*) and Sai Sudharsan (16*) at the crease.

Opener KL Rahul looked in fine touch, playing a mix of aggressive and watchful shots, including a six over deep mid-wicket off spinner Khary Pierre and crisp backfoot drives through covers. However, a clever delivery from left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican ended Rahul’s innings at 38. Sensing Rahul would come down the track, Warrican slightly pulled the length back; Rahul’s attempted dab turned sharply, beating his outside edge, and Tevin Imlach completed the stumping.

Jaiswal, steady after a low score in Ahmedabad, showed class and composure, leaving deliveries outside off-stump and driving selectively. His elegant straight drive off Anderson Phillip and a perfectly timed steer between gully and point highlighted his technique. He gradually took the attack to the spinners, with a full-blooded sweep off Roston Chase standing out.

The opening partnership had added 58 runs before Rahul’s dismissal, setting India up well on a batting-friendly pitch while Sudharsan looked poised to build on the platform.