VIDEO: Ravichandran Ashwin’s Historic Five-For Against West Indies: India launched their two-match Test series against West Indies with an explosive start. The opening day of the Dominica Test saw the visitors assert a strong foothold, thanks to a phenomenal performance by Ravichandran Ashwin. Bouncing back from the loss in the World Test Championship final, India showcased their indomitable spirit, keeping the hosts on the defensive throughout the day.
Having been put into bowl first, the Indian spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja ran rampant on the Caribbean soil. Initially, the West Indian openers, Kraigg Brathwaite and Tagenarine Chanderpaul, displayed a fair degree of resistance. However, with the departure of Chanderpaul, the tide turned swiftly in India’s favor.
Ravichandran Ashwin, proving a challenging enigma for the West Indian batters, spearheaded the bowling attack. His masterful spell resulted in a remarkable five-wicket haul at the cost of just 60 runs. Jadeja lent valuable support, chipping in with three wickets, further tightening the noose around the hosts.
Consequently, the West Indies crumbled under the intense pressure, skittling out for a meager total of 150 runs. This early dismissal left the door wide open for the Indian batsmen to take control of the match, and they did not disappoint.
India’s openers, Rohit Sharma and debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal, strode out to face the Caribbean bowlers with composure and determination. Unfazed by the task ahead, they steadily built a solid foundation for India. By the end of the day, the pair had led India to a promising score of 80/0, laying a strong groundwork for the subsequent days of the Test.
Ravichandran Ashwin picks a five-wicket haul in the first test against West Indies
Rohit, displaying his characteristic consistency, was unbeaten at 30 runs, while Yashasvi marked his debut with an impressive 40 runs, still holding the fort at the close of play.
In response to the day’s events, fans and followers took to social media, showering Ashwin with praise for his outstanding spell. The Twitterati buzzed with numerous reactions, celebrating India’s dominant start to the Test series.
In summary, the first day of the Dominica Test proved a display of India’s undeterred resolve and the undeniable prowess of their bowling attack. The emphatic performance by Ashwin and Jadeja, coupled with a solid start by the openers, bodes well for India’s prospects in the ongoing Test series. Awaiting the following days of play, the cricket world watches with bated breath as the thrilling saga of the India-West Indies Test series unfolds.
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Ravi Ashwin's five wicket haul yesterday.
One of the greatest ever of Test cricket! pic.twitter.com/l7YYHjfhwC
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 13, 2023
