In a sensational display of cricketing prowess, Ravichandran Ashwin‘s exceptional bowling performance led India to bundle out West Indies for a mere 150 runs on the opening day of the first Test at Windsor Park.
Ashwin claimed his 33rd five-wicket haul in Test cricket, receiving support from Ravindra Jadeja who contributed three wickets to restrict the opposition. The batting duo of Rohit Sharma and debutant Yashasvi Jaiswal further solidified India’s dominance with an unbeaten 80-run opening partnership.
Returning to the playing XI after being excluded from the World Test Championship (WTC) final, Ashwin proved his mettle by dismissing Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Kraigg Brathwaite in the first session. In the second session, he added the wickets of Alzarri Joseph and debutant Alick Athanaze to his tally before ending West Indies’ innings by claiming the wicket of Jomel Warrican.
Amidst the collapse, Athanaze displayed his skill and resilience, scoring 47 runs before being dismissed by Ashwin. The left-handed batter, known for his record-breaking half-century on ODI debut, showcased his temperament and adaptability to the longest format.
When it was India’s turn to bat, Rohit dominated the scoring in the early stages, while Jaiswal took some time to settle in, taking 16 balls to open his account. Jaiswal eventually found his rhythm, hitting a four by cutting Joseph over backward point and steadily increasing his scoring rate. By the end of the day, Jaiswal had outscored his skipper, further highlighting his promising potential.
Twitter erupted with praise and admiration for Ashwin’s remarkable bowling performance, lauding his ability to consistently trouble the West Indies batters. Fans also showered praise on Jaiswal for his composed debut innings, commending his adaptability and mature shot selection.
Here is how Twitter reacted:
Ashwin’s 33rd five-wicket haul. Jaiswal’s first runs in Test cricket. 💗
who else can’t sleep? pic.twitter.com/iKITavqMd9
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) July 12, 2023
Stumps on Day 1.
Domination by India in Dominica with Ashwin & Jadeja are the bowling stars and fantastic batting by Jaiswal 40* & Rohit 30*.
India 80 for 0, trailing by 70 runs in the first innings. pic.twitter.com/ynYMRTK5jf
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 12, 2023
Congratulations @ashwinravi99 – the third Indian behind @anilkumble1074 and @harbhajan_singh to get to 700 international wickets
— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) July 12, 2023
Day 1 in Dominica ends!
A superb start by Yashasvi and Rohit – marvelous 80 overnight. Complete dominance by India on Day 1. pic.twitter.com/g1BGpWjti5
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 12, 2023
Ashwin played his last match against Indian in India before WTC Final. In final, he was drooped bcz India wanted to make depth in their batting lineup. They dropped a wicket taker. After that, he is playing his first match and took 5 wicket haul.#INDvsWI
Jaiswal#WIvIND
Kohli pic.twitter.com/1fIqqTAV4x— Sports syncs (@moiz_sports) July 13, 2023
Stellar Day 1 display in Dominica as India asserts dominance! 🇮🇳
Ashwin and Jadeja excel with the ball, while Jaiswal and Rohit's batting prowess dazzles. India starts strong at 80/0, trailing by 70 runs. 💪 #INDvsWI pic.twitter.com/wY0bIoUtlI
— Vicky Singh (@VickyxCricket) July 13, 2023
A perfect day for India in test Cricket. Ravi Ashwin take his 33rd five wickets haul and restricted Westindies on 150. Then good opening partnership of 80 run without a wicket by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma.#WIvsIND pic.twitter.com/uC3zc8QjAO
— Asheesh (@Asheesh00007) July 12, 2023
Yashasvi Jaiswal starts his International career with a four.#WIvIND #CricketTwitter #YashasviJaiswal #ashwin pic.twitter.com/WqOZ7X7NER
— Anuj Mishra (@anujmishra003) July 12, 2023
Ravi Ashwin in bowling in Tests:
•Vs West Indies:
12 match, 65 wickets, 21.0 average, 5 5-fers.•In West Indies:
5 match, 22 wickets, 20.6 average, 3 5-fers.Ravi Ashwin – One of the greatest ever, The Legend. pic.twitter.com/rIs67Avy1n
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) July 13, 2023
As expected, India have started off really well on Day 1 of the first test. #Ashwin, the champion bowler once again showing his class. Good bowling performance by India.
Rohit and Jaiswal also batted beautifully to score 80 without loss.— QualityEngg (@father_of_2kids) July 12, 2023
