Yashasvi Jaiswal lauded captain Shubman Gill: No. 1!

Delhi: On July 2, when captain Shubman Gill announced the playing XI at the toss, many former cricketers and experts were surprised. Jasprit Bumrah was given rest despite being fully fit, so that he could be used in Lord’s Test. Kuldeep Yadav was excluded as the team wanted a deep batting lineup. Also, Sai Sudarshan and Shardul Thakur did not get a place in the last 11.

The first day’s game was balanced where India scored 310/5 and captain Gill remained unbeaten on 114 runs. After the end of the day’s play, when Yashasvi Jaiswal was asked a question about selection, he clearly said that there is no confusion in the team.

Jaiswal said in praise of captain Gill

Jaiswal praised Gill in the press conference. He said, “The way he is batting, he is fantastic. He has also done a great job as a captain. He knows well what to do for the team and we are all convinced about our role.”

Jaiswal seen in good form

Jaiswal also batted brilliantly and scored 87 runs in 107 balls which included 13 fours. However, he was dismissed in an attempt to play a big shot on the ball going out of captain Ben Stokes. He expressed disappointment over his mistake.

He said, “It is disappointing to be out like this but it is part of the game. I want to enjoy the game and try to find a solution in every situation. The plan is always in mind.”

Rahul and Reddy got out early

Apart from Jaiswal, Karun Nair (31 runs) and Rishabh Pant (25 runs) started well but could not turn into a big score. Opener KL Rahul and all -rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy were sent to the pavilion cheaply by Chris Woakes.

India has a chance to create history

India has scored 310/5 runs in the first innings in Edgbaston, which is their second highest score on this ground when the team has batted first. Earlier, India scored 416 runs in the first innings in 2022 here.

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