• India registered a massive victory over West Indies in the first Test at Dominica.

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravichandran Ashwin emerged as the standout performers for the Indian team.

Twitter reactions: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravichandran Ashwin shine as India thrash West Indies in Dominica Test
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ravichandran Ashwin (Image Source: Twitter)

Ravichandran Ashwin showcased his exceptional skills and mastery of spin bowling as he led India to a resounding victory by an innings and 141 runs over the West Indies in the first Test. The match concluded in just three days and saw Ashwin wreak havoc on a turning pitch, claiming impressive figures of 7-71 in the second innings and 12-131 overall.

After being dismissed for 150 in their first innings, West Indies were bundled out for a mere 130 runs in less than 51 overs during their second innings. The Indian spinner’s exceptional performance ensured the Caribbean batters had no respite.

The match also witnessed a remarkable innings by India’s young opener and debutant, Yashasvi Jaiswal, who notched up an outstanding 171 runs. Jaiswal’s exceptional display was accompanied by captain Rohit Sharma’s brilliant contribution of 103 runs and Virat Kohli‘s 76 runs.

After gaining a commanding lead of 271 runs, India declared their first innings at 421-5, setting the stage for their bowlers to take control of the match. The decision paid off well as the world’s no.1 ranked Test bowler, Ashwin, did not disappoint and bagged seven scalps to quickly wrap up the Caribbean line-up. The off-spinner got able support from Ravindra Jadeja, who claimed two wickets.

Ashwin’s remarkable performance in the match (12-131) also marked his eighth 10-wicket haul in the longest format, equalling the record set by the legendary Anil Kumble for India. They now share the fifth spot on the all-time list of players achieving this feat.

The sensational performance by Yashasvi and Ashwin eventually led India to a massive win by an innings and 141 runs. The Indian side will now take on West Indies in the second and final Test of the tour at Queen’s Park Oval from July 12.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

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