Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul Shine On Day 2 As Indian Pushed England To Corner

Ravindra Jadeja’s resilient fifty and KL Rahul’s masterful innings propelled India to a commanding total of 421 for seven against England on the second day of the first Test in Hyderabad. At stumps, Jadeja (81) and Axar Patel (35) formed an unbroken eighth-wicket partnership of 63, taking India’s lead to 175 runs. Despite England’s spirited bowling, including Joe Root’s consistent performance, they struggled to maintain accuracy. Jadeja survived a close call, reviewed successfully at 49, en route to his 20th Test fifty. Rahul’s dismissal for 86 prompted Jadeja to adopt a more cautious approach, contributing significantly to India’s lead. While KL Rahul showcased impeccable timing and shot selection, India’s middle order, including Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill, missed opportunities for more substantial scores. The day ended with India in a dominant position, poised for a potential victory in the upcoming sessions.