India vs West Indies: Rahul’s Century Puts India in Control

Why This Matters: Rahul's century stabilizes India's position, while the absence of veteran players indicates a strategic shift. The continued struggles of the West Indies highlight areas needing improvement to compete effectively.

The first Test between India and West Indies in Ahmedabad has been eventful, with India seizing control thanks to Lokesh Rahul's century. After West Indies were bowled out for 162, Rahul's unbeaten 100 propelled India to 218-3 by lunch on Day 2, establishing a 56-run lead.

Dhruv Jurel's contribution further solidified India's position. This match is particularly notable as it marks the first time in 15 years that India has played a home Test without Kohli, Sharma, and Ashwin, all of whom retired in the past season.

West Indies' historical struggles against India continue, as they haven't won a Test match against them since 2002. The second Test of the series is scheduled to begin on October 10 in New Delhi.

Lokesh Rahul scored an unbeaten century.

This match marks the first time in 15 years that India has played a home test without Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravichandran Ashwin.

West Indies has not won against India in their last 25 tests, dating back to 2002.

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