India Commanding First Test Against Depleted West Indies in Ahmedabad

India took firm control in the first Test against a depleted West Indies team, with Dhruv Jurel scoring 125 and Ravindra Jadeja making 104, contributing to a commanding 448-5 at stumps in response to West Indies' 162. Shubman Gill, leading India, emphasized the mental challenge of quickly switching from T20 to Test cricket following their Asia Cup victory, noting the importance of grinding down opponents on India's turning tracks. West Indies face setbacks with injured key fast bowlers Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph absent, while Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze have been recalled to bolster their batting lineup. The West Indies also introduced debutant left-arm spinner Khary Pierre for the series, highlighting their efforts to adapt to subcontinental conditions. India’s bowling options remain flexible, with Ravindra Jadeja as vice-captain and a variety of spin and pace bowlers available to exploit the pitch conditions. Despite distractions from the Asia Cup trophy controversy involving the Asian Cricket Council chairman, India is focused on maintaining dominance in the longer format against a weakened West Indies side.