India opened the 2025/26 home season in ruthless fashion, overwhelming West Indies in the 1st Test at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, and winning by an innings and 140 runs. The visitors chose to bat first but were bundled out for 162 in just 44.1 overs, immediately placing themselves under huge pressure on a surface that only got better for India. Mohammed Siraj set the tone with sharp new-ball spells, finishing with 4/40, while Jasprit Bumrah supported with 3/42 to shred the top order.
India’s reply was a statement of depth and control. They piled up 448/5 declared in 128 overs, powered by three-figure knocks from Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja. Jurel’s 125 off 210 balls was the innings’ spine — patient, high-control batting that repeatedly turned singles into momentum. Jadeja, promoted to No. 6 in recent seasons, played a fluent 104* from 176 deliveries, mixing restraint with clean hitting to keep India accelerating even late in the day. West Indies’ bowlers had little respite; Roston Chase took 2/90 and Jayden Seales 1/53, but partnerships kept expanding.
Forced to follow on, West Indies showed more resistance the second time but still fell far short. They were dismissed for 146 in 45.1 overs, with Alick Athanaze (38) and Justin Greaves (25) top-scoring in a chase that never truly began. Jadeja completed a superb all-round match with 4/54, mirroring Siraj’s impact; Siraj added 3/31 as India wrapped things up before tea on day three.
The match flow underlined India’s home dominance: a fast strike with the ball, a massive first-innings total, and relentless pressure from multiple bowlers once the pitch started gripping. Shubman Gill collected his first home Test win as captain, and Jadeja was deservedly named Player of the Match for combining a century with a four-wicket haul — a rare double that continues to define his value in Indian conditions.
Key takeaways:
- West Indies’ first-innings collapse (162) decided the match’s direction early.
- India’s 448/5d was built on Jurel’s control and Jadeja’s finishing surge.
- Jadeja and Siraj each took 4 wickets in the match, sharing the workload.
- India won inside three days, highlighting the gulf in consistency at home.
- The victory put India 1–0 up in the two-Test series and added WTC points.
Scorecard Summary
| Innings | Team | Score | Overs | Top Contributors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Innings | West Indies | 162 all out | 44.1 | Greaves 32, Hope 26; Siraj 4/40, Bumrah 3/42 |
| 1st Innings | India | 448/5 declared | 128 | Jurel 125, Jadeja 104*; Chase 2/90 |
| 2nd Innings | West Indies | 146 all out | 45.1 | Athanaze 38, Greaves 25; Jadeja 4/54, Siraj 3/31 |
Best Performances
| Discipline | Player | Figures / Runs | Notes | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batting | Dhruv Jurel | 125 (210) | 15×4, 3×6 | Control 94%, key anchor |
| Batting | Ravindra Jadeja | 104* (176) | 6×4, 5×6 | Control 92%, late acceleration |
| Bowling | Mohammed Siraj | 4/40 (14 ov) | Eco 2.85 | Destroyed WI 1st innings |
| Bowling | Ravindra Jadeja | 4/54 (13 ov) | Eco 4.15 | Sealed follow-on collapse |
Match Details
| Item | Information | Item | Information | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | Dates | 2–4 Oct 2025 | Finished Day 3 |
| Series | WTC 2025, WI tour of India | Toss | West Indies elected to bat | Backfired early |
| Player of Match | Ravindra Jadeja | Points | India 12, WI 0 | India lead series 1–0 |