Live Score: India 339/5, Ashwin-Jadeja Steadying the Ship
India are on the verge of a strong total, having reached 339/5 at stumps on Day 1 of the first Test against Australia in Nagpur. The hosts were in trouble at 139/4 before Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja combined in a crucial partnership to steady the ship.
Here's a breakdown of the day's play:
A Wobbly Start for India
India's innings got off to a shaky start with Rohit Sharma falling for a duck in the very first over. KL Rahul joined forces with Shubman Gill, but the partnership wasn't long-lived. Rahul was dismissed for 12, and Virat Kohli also fell cheaply for 12.
Gill's Solid Knock
Shubman Gill (128) stood tall amidst the early wickets. His elegant batting helped India recover, but his dismissal left them at 139/4.
The Ashwin-Jadeja Show
Ravichandran Ashwin (62*) and Ravindra Jadeja (66*) then took charge. The duo played with maturity and aggression, building a crucial partnership that brought India back into the game. Ashwin scored his second Test half-century, while Jadeja continued his good form.
India's Fightback
The partnership between Ashwin and Jadeja added 100 runs for the sixth wicket and ensured India finished the day on a high. Their crucial contribution put the team in a strong position to build a substantial total in the coming days.
Key Takeaways:
- Shubman Gill's century was a highlight of the day.
- The Ashwin-Jadeja partnership was crucial in steadying the ship for India.
- India's bowling attack will be crucial in the coming days, given their strong batting performance.
The Australian bowlers will need to find a way to break through India's resistance if they want to stay in the game. The battle between bat and ball promises to be intense in the coming days.
