West Indies no match for India: Major takeaways from Day 1 of Ahmedabad Test match

Key takeaways from IND Vs WI Day 1 [Source: AFP Photo]

The India vs West Indies first Test in Ahmedabad turned out to be a day to remember for the home side as they dominated the proceedings against the visitors. The Windies had no answer to the Indian onslaught as they got bundled out for a paltry 162 in their first innings, thus giving India the advantage.

The hosts were expected to torment the Windies, and that’s exactly what happened on Day 1 of the first Test match. With the play done and dusted, we analyse the 3 key takeaways from the first day of the riveting Test battle between the two nations.

1) West Indies no match for India

This was a known fact even before the series started, but things got clear after the end of Day 1. This West Indies side looks no match for the capability of the Indian Test side. It is an inexperienced team, and this was reflected on the field as the Windies had no idea how to tackle quality bowlers.

The team lacked the basics against the pacers, and when spinners were brought into the attack, the visitors were pushed on the back foot. West Indies bowling attack also lacked the cutting-edge, and it won’t be a surprise if they lose both the Tests by a big margin.

2) Siraj, the man for India in 2025

Siraj has been India’s best bowler in red-ball cricket in 2025. He carried out the attack on the England tour, and did the same on the first day of the Ahmedabad Test. He was rested from the Asia Cup, and perhaps the break allowed him to be recharged, and it was evident during the first day. Moreover, his overall stats in 2025 reflect his quality as a pacer.

(Siraj in 2025 in Tests)

• Whenever India needed a wicket, Siraj was called upon, and the same happened on Day 1 against the West Indies. He looked in good rhythm and could potentially end up as the leading wicket-taker in the series. His 2025 record defines his stellar year as Siraj has outperformed everyone with his wicket-taking ability.

3) Bumrah back to his best

Jasprit Bumrah struggled for wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 event as he was taken to the cleaners on several occasions by Pakistan batters. There was doubt on his form heading into the first Test, but the pacer responded in style and picked up 3 for 32 to rattle the Windies batters.

He looked in great shape, he was bending his back, and the pace was right up there as the West Indian side had no answer to the Bumrah magic. Fair to say that he is back to being at his very best.

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