IND vs ENG: India gave a solid reply to England’s famous Bazball with an aggressive batting show on Day 1 of the first Test at Headingley, Leeds. Young stars Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill slammed brilliant centuries and helped India post a commanding 359/3 at stumps.
It was a perfect start to the new Test era under Shubman Gill’s captaincy. After being asked to bat first, India made full use of the opportunity. Jaiswal and KL Rahul gave a solid opening stand of 91 runs. Although Rahul was dismissed for 42, and debutant Sai Sudharsan went out for a duck, Jaiswal remained firm. He went on to score 101 runs with 16 fours and a six, becoming the first Indian opener to score a Test century at Leeds.
Jaiswal’s knock was not just full of strokes but also determination. Despite cramps in both arms, he continued his innings bravely. “Cramps ho gaya tha, but it’s part of the game,” Jaiswal said with a smile after the match.
After Jaiswal’s dismissal, it was time for skipper Shubman Gill to take charge. And what a way to announce his leadership. Gill batted with grace, control, and confidence, reaching 127* by the end of the day. He became the fifth Indian captain to score a Test century, joining the league of legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Virat Kohli.
Rishabh Pant joined him at the crease and played a smart, attacking knock of 65*, adding an unbeaten 138-run partnership with Gill by stumps. Pant, as always, added flair by charging down the pitch and hitting Stokes straight for four — a shot that left fans cheering and even made Stokes laugh.
India’s run rate of 4.22 per over gave England a taste of their own Bazball style. England’s bowlers struggled badly. Only captain Ben Stokes looked threatening, picking two wickets. The others, including Brydon Carse and Chris Woakes, failed to trouble the Indian batters and leaked runs throughout.
India’s fearless cricket on Day 1 sent a clear message — they haven’t come to England just to participate. They’ve come with a plan to dominate.
Fans are now eagerly waiting to see how Day 2 unfolds as Gill and Pant continue their partnership. If India continues in the same rhythm, England might be in for a tough ride at home.
Top performers of the day:
- Shubman Gill – 127* (Captain’s knock)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 101 (Gritty century)
- Rishabh Pant – 65* (Flair and fire)
- Ben Stokes – 2 wickets (Fighting alone)
India has shown it can match aggression with class. Day 1 was not just about runs, it was about intent. This Indian team looks different, confident, and ready to rewrite the script in England.
Stay tuned for Day 2!
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FAQs
What was India’s score on Day 1 of the 1st Test vs England 2025?
India scored 359/3 at stumps on Day 1 at Headingley.
Who scored centuries for India on Day 1?
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 101 and Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 127.
Who is India’s new Test captain?
Shubman Gill is leading India in this Test series.
What is Bazball and how did India respond?
Bazball is England’s aggressive Test approach. India countered it with their own aggressive batting, scoring at over 4 runs per over.
Who were the English bowlers who took wickets?
Ben Stokes took 2 wickets and Brydon Carse took 1.
Who is expected to bat next for India?
India still has batsmen like Shardul Thakur and the tail left, but the focus remains on Gill and Pant’s partnership on Day 2.
