India began the India vs West Indies 1st Test series with a statement. The team dominated from the opening session and crushed the visitors by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad. The win came inside three days, and it highlighted India’s superiority in every department.
West Indies collapse in the 1st innings – 162 (10 wkts, 44.1 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| John Campbell | 8 | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| Tagenarine Chanderpaul | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| Alick Athanaze | 12 | 24 | 2 | 0 |
| Brandon King | 13 | 15 | 3 | 0 |
| Roston Chase (c) | 24 | 43 | 4 | 0 |
| Shai Hope (wk) | 26 | 36 | 3 | 0 |
| Justin Greaves | 32 | 48 | 4 | 0 |
| Khary Pierre | 11 | 34 | 2 | 0 |
| Jomel Warrican | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| Johann Layne | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Jayden Seales* | 6 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Figures
- Jasprit Bumrah – 14 ov, 42 runs, 3 wkts
- Mohammed Siraj – 14 ov, 40 runs, 4 wkts
- Kuldeep Yadav – 6.1 ov, 25 runs, 2 wkts
- Washington Sundar – 3 ov, 9 runs, 1 wkt
West Indies chose to bat after winning the toss, but their plan failed instantly. Mohammed Siraj ran in with aggression and tore through the top order. He dismissed key batters quickly, and the pressure mounted. At 90/5, the visitors looked helpless.
The middle order offered no resistance. Their shot selection remained poor, and India’s bowlers never allowed partnerships to grow. As a result, the West Indies folded for only 162 runs. The Indian bowlers walked off with confidence, knowing they had already seized control.
India dominates in 1st innings – 448 (5 wkts, 128 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 36 | 54 | 7 | 0 |
| KL Rahul | 100 | 197 | 12 | 0 |
| Sai Sudharsan | 7 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Shubman Gill (c) | 50 | 100 | 5 | 0 |
| Dhruv Jurel (wk) | 125 | 210 | 15 | 3 |
| Ravindra Jadeja* | 104 | 176 | 6 | 5 |
| Washington Sundar* | 9 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Figures
- Jayden Seales – 19 ov, 53 runs, 1 wkt
- Jomel Warrican – 29 ov, 102 runs, 1 wkt
- Khary Pierre – 29 ov, 91 runs, 1 wkt
- Roston Chase © – 24 ov, 90 runs, 2 wkts
India entered with a massive opportunity to build pressure, and the batters grabbed it with both hands. KL Rahul anchored the innings with a stylish century. He mixed patience with aggression, punishing loose deliveries and rotating the strike smartly.
Moreover, debutant Dhruv Jurel stole the spotlight. He displayed remarkable maturity, reaching his maiden Test hundred under pressure. His innings showed that India had found another dependable talent.
Then Ravindra Jadeja joined the party. He crafted a brilliant century, proving once again why he is one of India’s finest all-rounders. Together, Rahul, Jurel, and Jadeja piled up runs with ease. Therefore, when India declared at 448/5, they carried a lead of 286 runs.
West Indies surrender in the 2nd innings – 146 (10 wkts, 45.1 ov)
| Batting | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| John Campbell | 14 | 32 | 1 | 0 |
| Tagernarine Chanderpaul | 8 | 23 | 1 | 0 |
| Alick Athanaze | 38 | 74 | 3 | 0 |
| Brandon King | 5 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Roston Chase (c) | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Shai Hope (wk) | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Justin Greaves | 25 | 52 | 4 | 0 |
| Khary Pierre* | 13 | 28 | 2 | 0 |
| Jomel Warrican | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Johann Layne | 14 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Jayden Seales | 22 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
Bowling Figures
- Mohammed Siraj – 11 ov, 31 runs, 3 wkts
- Ravindra Jadeja – 13 ov, 54 runs, 4 wkts
- Kuldeep Yadav – 8.1 ov, 23 runs, 2 wkts
- Washington Sundar – 7 ov, 18 runs, 1 wkt
Chasing such a huge deficit, the West Indies needed discipline. However, they collapsed once more. Jadeja turned the ball beautifully and dismantled the batting order. He picked up 4 wickets for 54 runs and constantly troubled the batters. Kuldeep Yadav bowled smartly and chipped in with a key wicket.
Meanwhile, India’s pacers maintained relentless pressure. Every bowler contributed, and West Indies failed to stitch together a meaningful partnership. Eventually, they slumped to 146 all out. The match ended inside eight sessions, and India sealed victory by an innings and 140 runs.
Key moments that shaped the match
1. Siraj sets the tone – Siraj’s fiery opening spell in the first innings gave India control. He removed the top order quickly and broke the backbone of the West Indies batting.
2. Rahul and Jurel’s centuries – Rahul returned to form with a classy hundred. At the same time, Jurel announced himself with a memorable maiden ton. Their partnership strengthened India’s grip on the match.
3. Jadeja’s all-round brilliance – Jadeja starred with both bat and ball. His unbeaten century lifted India’s score, and his four wickets in the second innings finished the job.
4. West Indies’ poor approach – On the other hand, West Indies lacked application. Their batters collapsed under pressure, their bowlers failed to create chances, and their fielding looked sloppy. Consequently, they never threatened India.
India gained far more than just a win. They proved their batting depth, with both seniors and youngsters stepping up. Their bowlers, too, looked sharp and relentless. Such a performance boosts team confidence before the next Test. West Indies, however, face tough questions. Their batting remains fragile, and their bowlers lack penetration. Unless they regroup and adapt quickly, the rest of the series may follow the same script.
Conclusion
India completely outclassed their opponents and stormed to a dominant win. The innings-and-140-run margin reflected their control over all three days. Jadeja’s heroics, Rahul’s class, Jurel’s promise, and Siraj’s fire created a perfect team performance.
With this result, India leads the India vs West Indies 1st Test series 1-0. They not only entertained fans but also sent a warning to future opponents. West Indies, on the other hand, must bounce back quickly if they wish to stay alive in the series.
