Siraj Destroys Top Order in India vs WI Test – West Indies at 90/5 by Lunch
Siraj Destroys Top Order in India vs WI Test, leaving West Indies reeling at 90/5 by lunch on Day 1 of the opening Test in Ahmedabad. Mohammed Siraj’s fiery spell gave India a commanding advantage early in the match, dismantling the Windies top order with pace and precision.
Siraj’s Explosive Spell
From the very first over, Siraj troubled the West Indies batsmen with bounce, seam movement, and impeccable line and length. He dismissed openers Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Brandon King cheaply, before claiming Alick Athanaze and skipper Roston Chase. His figures of 4/28 by lunch highlight one of the finest spells in his Test career.
West Indies Struggle to Respond
Already depleted by injuries to Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph, the visitors struggled to build partnerships. The middle and lower order failed to stabilize the innings, leaving West Indies under severe pressure at 90/5. Their lack of depth against quality pace bowling was brutally exposed.
India’s Bowlers Dominate
While Siraj stole the show, Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav also contributed with wickets. India’s attack executed a disciplined plan, maintaining relentless pressure. Every Windies batter looked uncomfortable against India’s combination of pace and spin.
Key Highlights
- Mohammed Siraj claims 4 wickets in an early spell.
- West Indies reduced to 90/5 by lunch.
- India dominates first session of the 1st Test.
- Windies top order collapses against pace and seam movement.
- Internal link: India vs West Indies Test Schedule
- External link: Official ICC Site
Match Context and Series Stakes
India, looking to bounce back after their recent home Test loss to New Zealand, now holds momentum in the two-Test series. A dominant performance from Siraj early on sets the tone for a potential first-innings lead and a strong series start.
What Lies Ahead
The focus will now shift to whether the West Indies middle order can recover from this collapse. India, with Siraj leading the attack, will look to maintain pressure and extend their advantage in the match. Fans are already praising Siraj’s spell as one of his finest performances in red-ball cricket.
